When you add the rice to the water, stir the rice a lot initially so it doesn't stick to the bottom or burn. Then you can cover it, but leave space to vent the steam.

In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and stir gently until the water returns to a boil. Lower the heat to a gentle boil, add one-half teaspoon salt and continue to cook ...

Congee has a history as a famine food — rice stretched to last with the addition of extra water — and, more commonly nowadays, the ideal sick dish. Low-effort and gentle on the stomach, it’s ...

When the water is at a rolling boil, add the jasmine rice and lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. After 20 minutes of simmering, add the pork mixture in teaspoon-size pieces.

Congee or Rice Porridge Here’s how to make congee, the savory Chinese rice porridge, out of overcooked rice: Bring a couple of inches of water to a boil in a sauce pan and start adding the mushy ...

Bring everything to a simmer, and let it cook until the rice breaks down. On the stove, this will take 1 to 2 hours, and you’ll need to stir it every 20 to 30 minutes so it doesn’t stick.