This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover Costco rotisserie chicken. I also use day old leftover rice which helps to cut down the cook time of this dish to just under 15 minutes!
I made this for my family after we moved into our new home in Orlando. All of our belongings were still packed away in boxes and all I had to work with to make dinner happen were a small pot, wooden spoon, and a few simple ingredients we picked up from Costco. When I say this recipe is simple, I really mean it.
What is jook?
Jook is a savory Korean rice porridge that is often made for those who are sick. Think of it as a Korean congee! Whenever my brother and I came down with a cold or were having stomach issues, my mom would whip up a pot of jook. It was soothing, satisfying, and instantly made us feel loved and comforted.
While great for those feeling under the weather, jook can be enjoyed at any time. This particular version of jook is perfect when you’re trying to feed your family in a pinch as it takes very little time and only requires a handful of ingredients.
Can I use chicken broth?
Traditionally, jook is made by boiling a whole chicken or chicken parts with water to create a broth, then combining with rice and finely chopped vegetables. This is called Dak Jook (translation: Chicken Rice Porridge). However, it can easily be made with just water. Using only water is not only faster but really allows the rice flavor to shine. I personally love the mild rice flavor, but you can use chicken broth or add chicken bouillon to impart a more intense flavor.
Different ways to serve Korean rice porridge
You can simply enjoy your Korean rice porridge (Jook) on its own, but I recommend adding a few additional toppings/condiments to add even more flavor and texture:
- Crumbled roasted nori
- Furikake seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
- Sriracha hot sauce or chili oil
- Sesame oil
As with most Korean dishes, you can enjoy your bowl of jook with your favorite Korean side dishes (called “banchan”). I always have my jook with kimchi from Costco on the side. The tangy and pickled flavor of kimchi pairs well with the subdued and mild jook flavor.
You can also substitute the chicken with your favorite protein of choice:
- Pork belly
- Ground beef/turkey
- Cooked abalone
Korean Rice Porridge (Jook)
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups leftover rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup shredded chicken Leftover Costco rotisserie chicken works great
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil plus additional for topping
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 4 sheets roasted nori, crumbled
- 1 green onion stalk, thinly sliced
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Add leftover rice and water to a small pot and cook on medium heat. Once water comes to a boil, reduce heat to low and continue to cook until most of the water has evaporated (about 10 minutes).
- While the rice and water are cooking, shred up the leftover chicken using two forks or your fingers.
- Once your porridge has reached the desired consistency, add chicken and stir into the porridge;
- Crack in the eggs and stir for about a minute until the yolks are broken up and the eggs are evenly mixed into the porridge.
- Turn off the heat and add in soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Ladle porridge into individual bowls and add a drizzle of sesame oil, Crumble up a few sheets of roasted nori and top with sliced green onions.
- Enjoy with kimchi and your favorite Korean sides.
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