Vegetarian Arroz Caldo

Comforting, hearty, and entirely plant-based, this Vegetarian Arroz Caldo is a modern twist on the classic Filipino rice porridge. Featuring tender jasmine rice simmered to creamy perfection in fragrant vegetable broth, it’s enriched with the warming flavors of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, along with savory fried tofu, add texture and depth for a satisfying, protein-packed meal. Finished with a delicate topping of toasted garlic and fresh scallions, each bowl is a fragrant masterpiece, perfectly balanced with a splash of lemon for brightness. Ready in under an hour, this soul-soothing recipe is ideal for cozy dinners or as a nourishing dish for those chilly days. Whether you're seeking a vegetarian spin on a beloved comfort food or simply a flavorful rice porridge recipe, this Arroz Caldo is bound to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 thumb-sized piece, peeled and sliced into thin strips ginger
• 1 medium, diced carrot
• 1 diced celery stalk
• 1 cup, rinsed jasmine rice
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 2 stalks, chopped scallions
• 1 cup, cubed fried tofu
• 1 cut into wedges lemon
• 2 tablespoons, for garnish toasted garlic

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger strips, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot and celery, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Mix in the rinsed jasmine rice, stirring well to coat each grain in the aromatic mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the rice is soft and the mixture is creamy.

Step 8

Stir in the soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 9

Add the cubed fried tofu and continue cooking for 5 more minutes, allowing the tofu to heat through.

Step 10

Ladle the Arroz Caldo into bowls and garnish with chopped scallions and toasted garlic.

Step 11

Serve hot, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2247.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1893.9

Total Fat 89.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6989.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 76.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1229.1mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 3791.3mg	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: 41.7%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 42.5%