Rice Porridge with Abalone - 전복죽
Introduction Jeonbokjuk is a variety of juk (죽), or Korean porridge, made with abalone and white rice. Abalone is regarded as a high quality ingredient in Korean cuisine and was often presented as a gift to the king of Korea. The dish is a local speciality of Jeju Island where abalones are commonly harvested. Jeonbokjuk is known as not only a delicacy but also as a nutritional supplement and digestive aid, especially for ill patients or elderly people. Jeonbokjuk can be made with or without the abalone's internal organs. The former type of jeonbokjuk has a green tinge while the latter is more ivory in color. Recipe Ingredients 2-3 servings 2 small size abalones (1 cup worth) 1 cup of rice 7 cups of water 2 tbs sesame oil 1 ts salt 1 tbs fish sauce 2 cloves of garlic 2 green onions 1/4 cup of chopped carrot 1 sheet of roeasted seaweed Directions Wash 1 cup of rice and soak it in cold water for 2 hours. Drain it through a strainer. Clean up the ...