08/06/2025
Arroz Caldo
A comforting Filipino rice porridge dish. Here's a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
1. 1 cup rice
2. 2 cups chicken broth
3. 1 cup water
4. 1 tablespoon ginger, sliced
5. 1 onion, chopped
6. 2 cloves garlic, minced
7. 1/2 teaspoon salt
8. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
9. 2 tablespoons fish sauce (patis) or to taste
10. Optional: green onions, calamansi, or chili peppers for garnish
Procedure
1. Sauté garlic and onion in oil until fragrant.
2. Add ginger and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add rice and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is cooked and porridge-like.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and fish sauce.
7. Serve hot with optional garnishes.
Tips
- Use leftover rice for a quicker cooking time.
- Adjust the consistency to your liking by adding more broth or water.
- Add protein like chicken or egg for added flavor.
