Rice congee for breakfast to ease nausea and boost energy

Hi folks,

I've found that this recipe has been the number one hit for my mum who is on day 9 post first chemo. The rice soothes her stomach, the ginger addresses any nausea, the chicken gives her the protein she craves and boosts her energy. My sister in law made a huge batch and popped it in the fridge so that we can heat it up in a saucepan on the stove every morning and as a snack.

I hope it helps!

RICE CONGEE

• 1/2 cup rice (we prefer jasmine or basmati, but never "quick-cooking" rice!)
• 3 - 4 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut to thin slices
• 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

Rice cooker: Dump all ingredients into rice cooker, turn it on and stir occasionally, until congee is smooth and no longer grainy. Stirring is important, to achieve smooth congee.

Add more water/broth if necessary.
Sprinkle with black/white pepper if desired.

Stovetop: Combine all ingredients (except garnishes) in a medium saucepan, bring to boil over medium heat then turn down heat and let simmer until water has been absorbed. Stirring is important, to achieve smooth congee.

Add more water/broth if necessary.
Sprinkle with black/white pepper if desired.

NOTE: Usually when cooking congee with electric rice cooker, you might need need to click it 'on' a few times after it switches off (automatically) because congee has to simmer for some time to be smooth. It's almost like a rice pudding or tapioca consistency.

IDEA: It's bland for a reason, but feel free to add mushrooms, 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 2 Tbsp scallions, or whatever you'd like to it!