World Flavors Cookbook

Khao Tom (Thai Rice Porridge)

Thai rice porridge — a light, soothing broth with jasmine rice, served with minced pork balls, ginger, and fried garlic.

Cuisine: Thailand

Ingredients

• 300g cooked jasmine rice
• 1.5L chicken broth
• 200g ground pork, formed into small balls
• 4cm fresh ginger, julienned
• 3 spring onions, sliced
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• Crispy fried garlic
• White pepper
• Cilantro

Instructions

1. Bring broth to a simmer.
2. Add rice and stir. Simmer 15-20 minutes until porridge consistency.
3. Add pork balls and cook through, 5 minutes.
4. Season with fish sauce and white pepper.
5. Serve with ginger, spring onions, fried garlic, and cilantro on top.