Hobakjuk (Korean Pumpkin Porridge)
This comforting Korean pumpkin porridge, or Hobakjuk, is a naturally sweet and creamy dish perfect for a nourishing breakfast. Made with kabocha squash, short-grain rice, and a touch of sweetness, it's a gentle start to any day. The subtle sweetness and smooth texture make it a delightful and easy-to-digest meal.
Originálny recept od Forkin
- Celkový čas
- 50 min
- Porcie
- 4
- Náročnosť
- Ľahká
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Príprava
Suroviny
Suroviny
- 900 gkabocha squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped into 1-inch cubes
- 1 000 mlwater
- 0,5 šálkasweet short-grain rice, rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes
- 2 lyžicasugar
- 0,5 lyžičkasalt
- 2 lyžicasweet short-grain rice flour
slurry
- 4 lyžicawater, for slurry
garnish
- 1 lyžicapine nut, for garnish(voliteľné)
Vybavenie
blender · large pot · spoon · whisk
Postup
Krok za krokom
- 1
Place the chopped kabocha squash and water in a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Približne 8 min
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the squash is very tender.
Približne 20 min
- 3
Carefully transfer the cooked squash and cooking liquid to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
Približne 2 min
Poznámka kuchára: Ensure the mixture cools slightly before blending in a conventional blender to prevent steam buildup.
- 4
Return the pumpkin puree to the pot. Add the soaked short-grain rice, sugar, and salt.
Približne 1 min
- 5
Bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 10-12 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and thickened.
Približne 12 min
Poznámka kuchára: Stirring is crucial to prevent the porridge from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet short-grain rice flour and the slurry water to create a smooth paste.
Približne 1 min
- 7
Pour the rice flour slurry into the simmering porridge, stirring constantly until the porridge thickens to your desired consistency.
Približne 1 min
Poznámka kuchára: Add the slurry gradually to control the thickness.
- 8
Remove from heat and serve warm, optionally garnished with pine nuts.
Správne uchovanie
Store leftover Hobakjuk in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water if needed to reach desired consistency.