Viet Nam in general and Da Nang city especially is still suffering from storms and heavy rains these days. The moisture in the air is crazy high, and it makes everything grow mold so quickly. It’s also the kind of weather that easily gets people sick like catching colds, the flu, or other health problems.
So to deal with that, you’ve got to stay healthy, and one of the best ways is to eat good food that boosts your immune system. A strong immune system is your best protection during this kind of weather.
My favorite soup that makes me feel warm, cozy, and instantly healthy is ginger beef porridge.
Now, porridge might sound a bit boring at first, but trust me, this version is not just healthy but really delicious. It’s easy to eat, easy to make, and packed with nutrition.
If you want something light, warming, and full of immune-boosting goodness without spending hours in the kitchen, follow me! Let’s make some delicious ginger beef porridge!
Ingredients:
- Beef, white rice
- Ginger, onion, shallot, garlic
- Carrot, spring onion
- Salt, fish sauce, black pepper, msg(optional)
- Cooking oil
How to make it:
- Step 1: Prepare all your ingredients by cleaning the beef, vegetables, and rice, then chop or mince them finely
- Step 2: Heat a little cooking oil in a pot. Toss in the shallot and ginger, stir until fragrant, then add the rice.
Stir the rice with a bit of salt until it looks dry and lightly toasted. Next, pour in water, stir well, and close the lid. Let it come to a boil.
- Step 3: While the rice is cooking and getting soft, prepare another pan with some oil. Add onion and stir until fragrant. Then add the minced beef and carrot. Season with salt, fish sauce, and msg (if you like). Cook until it’s about 90% done.
- Step 4: After 15-20 minutes, when the rice has softened into porridge, pour the beef and carrot mixture into the pot. Mix well and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
Finally, toss in the chopped spring onion, and tata that’s it, the ginger beef porridge is ready!
Now scoop yourself a warm bowl, add some fresh ginger and some black pepper on top.
Oh wow, the aroma is amazing! It looks so comforting, so cozy, I can’t wait to dig in.
The porridge is naturally sweet from the beef, onion, and carrot. The warmth of the ginger gives it that special flavor I love. It’s delicious, nourishing, and perfect for rainy days like these.
And you know what, I want more facts for you, all the ingredients are a combination of super immune-boosting because you‘ll get: Red meat for zinc and protein, carrot for beta-carotene, which is vitamin A; garlic for antibacterial and antiviral power; onion for anti-inflammatory and lung support, and ginger to boost immunity, fight colds, and warm your body inside out lungs.
I think you’ll love it more when you know the benefits of this porridge. Beside, it’s tasty. So don’t hesitate to make some for you and your family to share love and care.
That’s all from me today. Wishing you good health and cozy days ahead. Stay warm and stay safe!
All photos were taken by me in my lovely kitchen.