lily and mung bean porridge

How to Make Lily Bulb and Mung Bean Congee

Lily bulb and mung bean congee is a nutritious and soothing dish, perfect for hot days or when you need a light meal. Here’s a simple guide to making it.

Ingredients:

- 50g dried lily bulbs (soaked until soft, trimmed)

- 100g mung beans (washed and soaked for 1 hour)

- 100g rice (or glutinous rice for a stickier texture)

- 5-6 rock sugar cubes (or to taste)

- 1L water

Steps:

1. Prep: Soak mung beans and rice in water for 1 hour; drain. Soak lily bulbs until soft, then remove the bitter cores and rinse.

2. Cook: Combine rice, mung beans, and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

3. Add lily bulbs: Stir in the soaked lily bulbs and cook for another 15-20 minutes until the beans and rice are tender.

4. Sweeten: Add rock sugar, stir until dissolved, and simmer for 5 more minutes.

Tips: For extra flavor, add a pinch of osmanthus or dried tangerine peel. Serve warm or chilled. This congee is cooling, hydrating, and gentle on the stomach, making it a healthy choice for any season!