We are particularly fond of congee for breakfast so setting up the crockpot the night before means we have a great hot breakfast in the morning. Congee is endlessly adaptable - vegan, vegetarian, seafood or meat options. You could even do a sweet version (like oatmeal) if you prefer.
						 
					 
													
						
						
							For the base
- 1 cup jasmine rice ((or 1/3c short grain brown rice and 2/3c jasmine rice))
- 10 cups water (or a combination of water and veg or chicken stock)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (slivers or medallions)
-   dried shrimp, scallops and/or mushrooms (optional)
Possible Toppings
-   fresh ginger (slivered)
-   pork floss 
-   egg (raw, fried or poached)
-   crispy fried shallots 
-   sesame seeds 
-   chili oil* 
-   green onion (chopped)
-   leftover cooked shrimp or chicken 
 
					 
							 
		 
					
			
											
			
										
											
							Keywords:
							vegan congee, Asian breakfast, adaptable, slow cooker, rice, healthy, low calorie						
								 
							
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