Beef and Lettuce Congee Recipe

Name: Beef and Lettuce Congee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine, dry white wine or dry sherry; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 6 ounces beef round, thinly sliced; 1 cup medium-grain Chinese, Japanese or Korean white rice; 8 cups cold water; 4 scallions, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1/2 pound romaine lettuce leaves, cut crosswise into 1-inch ribbons (6 cups); 1 teaspoon salt; Hot Chile Paste; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine, dry white wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
6 ounces beef round, thinly sliced
1 cup medium-grain Chinese, Japanese or Korean white rice
8 cups cold water
4 scallions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/2 pound romaine lettuce leaves, cut crosswise into 1-inch ribbons (6 cups)
1 teaspoon salt
Hot Chile Paste
Freshly ground pepper

1
In a medium bowl, combine the wine, soy sauce and cornstarch.
2
Add the beef and turn to coat.
3
Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
4
Wash the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear.
5
Put the rice in a large saucepan and wash again until the water runs clear; drain.
6
Cover the rice with the 8 cups of cold water and bring to a vigorous boil.
7
Lower the heat and simmer until the rice is very tender, about 20 minutes.
8
About 5 minutes before serving, bring the congee to a vigorous boil.
9
Stir in the meat and its marinade and the scallions and remove from the heat.
10
Stir in the lettuce and salt.
11
Serve immediately in large bowls, passing Hot Chile Paste and fresh pepper at the table so guests can season their congee as they wish.

288

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine, dry white wine or dry sherry, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 6 ounces beef round, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Beef and Lettuce Congee falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef and Lettuce Congee

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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