Jeonbokjuk (Abalone Porridge)

Protein-rich, Nourishing Meal -- Popular for convalescents

Jeonbokjuk is a mild, protein-rich, nourishing meal, especially popular for convaluescents.

Ingredients: 300 gm fresh abalone 1-1/2 cup rice 2 tablespoon sesame oil 8 cup water 1 tablespoon salt

Preparation:

1. Soak rice in water more than two hours. Drain it through a wicker strainer.
2. Shuck the shells and entrails from the abalones. Brush the abalone meat clean in water and chop into slices.
3. Ladle the sesame oil onto a heated thick pan, sizzle the abalone slices, mix the drained rice, pan-fry together for a while, and add water.
4. When the water boils, reduce the heat and stir slowly.
5. Boil the rice to a gruel and season with a dash of salt.
6. Serve the porridge in a bowl accompanied by chilled, juicy kimchi.

Courtesy of Korea National Tourism Organization

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