Plain Congee
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 46 kcal
Approximate exercise time to burn the 46 kcal in each 100g:
About Plain Congee
Liquid staple made by long-simmered rice; high in water and easy to digest.
Health Benefits of Plain Congee
Easy-to-digest liquid staple
100g of white rice porridge has only 10.2g carbs and 46 kcal, with about 88% water. Long simmering fully gelatinizes the starch, making it creamy and gentle on the gut - a classic choice for recovery, infant food and weak digestion.
Warm, low-calorie staple
A bowl of porridge (300-400g) is only about 140-185 kcal, far below the same volume of rice (~350-460 kcal). Congee for breakfast is a Chinese tradition; the warm bowl helps wake digestion and replenish overnight water loss.
Pair to raise nutrient density
Porridge alone is low in protein and fiber. Add egg, minced lean meat, preserved egg (pork egg congee) or vegetables, or serve with buns and side dishes, for better balance and longer-lasting satiety.