How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee Recipe?

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup short grain rice, 4 cups water, 2 cloves of garlic, minced, 1 knob of ginger, finely mashed, and more.

Is Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee Recipe suitable as breakfast?

Yes, Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee Recipe falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee Recipe?

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

Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee Recipe

Name: Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup short grain rice; 4 cups water; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 knob of ginger, finely mashed; fish sauce to taste; soy sauce to taste; toasted sesame seeds, optional; frozen peas, optional; finely diced carrot, optional; dried shrimp, optional; finely shredded cooked meat, optional; diced SPAM, fried until crisp, optional; chili paste, optional

Start your day right with this Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee recipe. Made with short grain rice, water, garlic and knob of ginger. Easy step-by-ste…

This Sunday Brunch: Empty Fridge Congee relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as short grain rice, water, of garlic, minced and fish sauce to taste. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 189 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's an easy way to start the day, whether you're cooking a relaxed weekend breakfast or need something satisfying before a busy morning. Pair it with fresh fruit or your favorite hot drink to round out the meal.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Breakfast

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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