Introduction to Jok Moo (โจ๊กหมู)
Jok Moo, or Thai Pork Congee, is a comforting and nourishing Thai dish that warms the soul. This soothing rice porridge is made by simmering rice with tender pork, herbs, and aromatic spices, creating a beloved breakfast or anytime meal in Thailand.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- Rice
- Ground pork
- Ginger, thinly sliced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Chicken or pork broth
- Fish sauce
- White pepper powder
- Soy sauce
- Chopped green onions and cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Rinse the rice and cook it with chicken or pork broth until it’s soft and porridge-like in consistency.
- In a separate pan, sauté thinly sliced ginger and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground pork and cook until it’s browned and cooked through.
- Combine the cooked pork mixture with the rice porridge.
- Season the congee with fish sauce, white pepper powder, and soy sauce to taste.
- Top with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve the hot Jok Moo (โจ๊กหมู) and enjoy!