Baek Jong-won's Carrot and Red Bean Porridge Recipe

Carrot and sweet red bean harmony in Baek Jong-won's carrot red bean porridge! This recipe uses healthy ingredients to create a light and warm meal. If you want a unique porridge dish or are looking for a nutritious snack for your children, this carrot red bean porridge is perfect.

[Ingredients] (for 2~3 servings)

• Carrot: 400g
• Water: 1.2L
• Wet rice flour: 2/3 cup (70g)
• Water (for rice flour): 1/3 cup (70g)
• Flower salt: appropriate amount
• Whole red beans: appropriate amount (canned red beans or boiled red beans can be used)

[Instructions]

1. Preparing the carrots

1. Peel the carrots and dice them into 2cm cubes.
2. Put water (1.2L) in a pot and add the carrots. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 5 minutes until the carrots are tender.
4. After cooling the boiled carrots, put them and the carrot water into a blender and blend until smooth.

2. Cooking the carrot porridge

1. Transfer the blended carrot mixture to a pot and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
2. Stir continuously while simmering to prevent sticking.
3. Prepare the rice flour mixture.

• Mix the wet rice flour (2/3 cup) and water (1/3 cup) thoroughly to prevent clumping.

3. Adjusting the consistency

1. Once the carrot porridge begins to thicken, gradually add the rice flour mixture to reach the desired consistency.
2. Continue stirring to prevent the rice flour from clumping and maintain a smooth texture.
3. Once the desired consistency is reached, add a pinch of flower salt to taste.

4. Finishing

1. Serve the carrot porridge in bowls.
2. Top with plenty of whole red beans.

• If you don't have whole red beans, you can use canned red beans or prepare them by boiling them yourself.

Cooking Tips

• Carrot Selection: Using fresh carrots will result in a sweeter and richer flavor.
• Rice Flour Substitute: You can also use glutinous rice flour instead of wet rice flour for a smooth texture.
• Red Bean Selection: If using unsweetened red beans, add a little sugar or honey to enhance the sweetness.
• Consistency Adjustment: Adjust the amount of rice flour mixture to achieve your desired thickness of porridge.

The Healthy Goodness of Korean Cuisine: Baek Jong-won's Carrot Red Bean Porridge

The smooth and sweet harmony created by carrots and red beans is a beloved flavor for people of all ages. In particular, the vitamins and fiber in carrot porridge energize the body, while the red beans add a nutty and sweet touch.

Enjoy the charm of Korean cuisine on a chilly day. Make this easy Baek Jong-won style carrot red bean porridge at home today!