Shiitake Mushroom and Fresh Shrimp Congee

Taste: Savory; Cooking Method: Simmering; Cooking Time: One hour; Difficulty: Easy.

Detailed Steps for Cooking Shiitake Mushroom and Fresh Shrimp Congee

Measure the rice

Rinse the rice thoroughly

Place the rinsed rice in the pot, add enough water, and start simmering the congee

Prepare the ingredients while the congee is simmering

Clean the fresh shrimp (remove the vein, stomach, and peel)

Season the shrimp with salt, rice wine, soy sauce, peanut oil, and ginger, marinate for ten minutes

Clean the shiitake mushrooms, remove the stems, and slice

Add the shiitake mushrooms to the congee ten minutes before it’s done

Then add the shrimp

Continue to simmer with the lid on for a few minutes, then adjust the seasoning before serving