Lugaw (Filipino Rice Porridge)

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly fragrant, Lugaw (Filipino Rice Porridge) is the ultimate bowl of comfort food. This traditional Filipino dish combines glutinous rice simmered in a flavorful base of chicken broth, aromatics like ginger and garlic, and tender shredded chicken for a hearty, savory porridge. Perfectly seasoned with fish sauce and black pepper, Lugaw is elevated with toppings of crispy fried garlic, fresh green onions, and a zesty squeeze of calamansi or lemon. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is not only a popular breakfast staple but also a soothing remedy for cold days or moments when you crave something simple yet soul-satisfying. Whether you're new to Filipino cuisine or a longtime fan, this easy-to-make recipe will warm your heart with every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup glutinous rice
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
• 1 thumb-sized piece ginger
• 1 medium onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 0.25 cup green onions
• 0.25 cup fried garlic
• 2 pieces calamansi or lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the porridge from becoming too thick.

Step 2

Peel and slice the ginger thinly. Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 3

In a large pot over medium heat, add the cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, sauté the garlic until it is golden and crispy. Remove half of the fried garlic and set aside for garnish.

Step 4

Add the onions and ginger to the remaining garlic in the pot. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the ginger is aromatic.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 6

Add the rinsed rice to the broth, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is fully cooked and the porridge reaches the desired consistency.

Step 8

Stir in the shredded chicken and fish sauce, continuing to cook until the chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Ladle the lugaw into bowls. Garnish each serving with the reserved fried garlic, chopped green onions, and calamansi or lemon wedges on the side.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2236.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1237.2

Total Fat 48.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 202.8mg	0%
Sodium 7669.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 106.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292.9mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2616.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 34.4%

Carbs: 30.3%