Rice Konji
Rice Konji, also known as Rice Gruel or Rice Porridge, is a comforting and easy-to-digest dish that is often served as breakfast or during times of illness. It is a great source of carbohydrates, providing energy to the body. This vegan and gluten-free recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients, making it a budget-friendly option. It is also easy to customize by adding your choice of spices or toppings, such as nuts or fresh fruit.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
107 kcal
Protein
2 g
Carbs
20 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
1 g
Ingredients
Rice, raw, milled
0.5 cup (100g)
Plain Water
4 medium cup (1000g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Mustard seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Grated Ginger
1 tsp (3g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Curry leaves
5 number (0.5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Coconut oil
1 tsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the rice in water until the water runs clear.
In a large pot, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the rice, stirring occasionally, for 30-35 minutes until it becomes soft and porridge-like.
Add salt to taste.
In a separate pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, grated ginger, turmeric powder, and curry leaves. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
Add the spice mixture to the rice porridge and stir well.
Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the flavors are well combined.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Payal Chandra Mukherjee
"Making this regularly for dinner, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Rice Konji was. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Yashika Lata Menon
"Tried making this last night, and this version of Rice Konji is so much better than restaurant style. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Ashita Nath Rustagi
"Tried this earlier today, and I'm really happy with how easy and practical it was to prepare. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Nisha Dev Mahajan
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"