Chicken heart and lotus seed porridge has an eye-catching color, combined with a rich flavor, the porridge grains are evenly soft and delicious, served with fragrant lotus seeds and chewy chicken hearts that are quite unique. With just a few very simple steps, anyone can make this appealing porridge dish. Let’s get into the kitchen with TasteVN to learn the 2 recipes below right now!
1. Chicken heart and lotus seed porridge
Preparation
15 minutes
Cooking
50 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Chicken heart and lotus seed porridge Serves 3
Chicken hearts 200 gr Fresh lotus seeds 200 gr Rice 1 cup Green onion 1 tablespoon (chopped) Shallots 2 tablespoons (sliced thin) Minced garlic 2 tablespoons Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Seasoning powder 1/2 tablespoon Fish sauce 1 teaspoon Common spices a little (sugar/ salt/ ground pepper)
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How to make Chicken Heart and Lotus Seed Porridge
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Prepare the chicken hearts and lotus seeds
After purchasing the chicken hearts, use a knife to cut them in half lengthwise, wash away all the clotted blood inside, and rub them with salt evenly to help eliminate the fishy smell. Finally, rinse with water, cut into small pieces, and mince well.
How to prepare chicken hearts without a fishy smell- Inside the chicken hearts you bought, there will usually be some clotted blood; you need to remove this thoroughly.
- Soak the chicken hearts in diluted salt water for about 5 minutes, then take them out and rinse with clean water.
- You can also mix salt with a little vinegar or lemon juice, rub the entire chicken heart for about 2 minutes, then rinse to effectively remove the fishy smell.
Fresh lotus seeds should be peeled of the green skin, remove the inner heart, rinse with water, and place in a basket to drain excess water.
Quick and simple way to remove lotus seed hearts- Use a knife to peel off the tough green outer layer, removing the thin white membrane that surrounds the lotus seed.
- Cut a small portion off the top of the lotus seed, then use a bamboo skewer to gently push the heart out from the bottom.
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Marinate the chicken hearts
Marinate the chicken hearts with 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/2 tablespoon seasoning powder, 1 teaspoon ground pepper, 1/2 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon fish sauce, mix well.
Let it sit for about 15 minutes to allow the chicken hearts to absorb the seasoning evenly.
Tip: Depending on your family’s taste, you can adjust the seasoning to your preference. -
Cook lotus seed porridge
Wash the rice thoroughly, soak in water for about 30 minutes.
Note: Soaking the rice before cooking helps the rice grains cook faster and become softer and tastier.Put a pot of boiling water on the stove, add all the rice to the pot and boil until the water comes back to a boil. Cover the lid tightly and continue to cook on medium-low heat for 20 – 25 minutes.
When the rice grains start to soften, add all the fresh lotus seeds into the pot, mix well, and simmer on low heat for another 30 minutes.
Note- The porridge can burn at the bottom of the pot, so you should stir it frequently with a ladle.
- If the porridge is too thick, you can add water to ensure the grains expand evenly.
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Make fried shallots
While waiting for the lotus seeds to soften, heat a pan on the stove and add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add 2 tablespoons of thinly sliced shallots and fry until fragrant, when the shallots are golden, quickly remove them and place in a separate bowl.
Tip: When the shallots are nearly golden, remove them to avoid burning. -
Stir-fried chicken hearts
Continue by adding 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, sauté until fragrant. Add all the marinated chicken hearts into the pan, stir-fry evenly until the chicken hearts are cooked and firm, then turn off the heat.
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Completion
Wait until the porridge is well-cooked and the lotus seeds are soft, then add the stir-fried chicken hearts, mix well, and season to taste, then turn off the heat.
Note: You should taste the lotus seeds to check for softness; if they are as desired, with a rich flavor and a light sweet aftertaste, you can add the chicken hearts. -
Final product
Serve the porridge in a bowl, sprinkle a little fried onion and chopped green onions on top; if you like it spicy, you can add a little ground pepper or a few thin slices of chili. The porridge should be enjoyed while still hot to fully appreciate the delicious flavor of this appealing dish.
The porridge grains are soft and delicious with a natural sweetness, paired with the evenly stir-fried minced chicken hearts bringing a rich flavor, and the lotus seeds provide a unique nutty taste; you will definitely enjoy it. Try it now!
2. Chicken heart porridge with lotus seeds (recipe shared by a user)
Preparation
20 minutes
Cooking
1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Chicken Heart and Lotus Seed Porridge (recipe shared by a user) Serves 2
Leftover rice 1 cup Chicken hearts 200 gr Quail eggs 100 gr Lotus seeds a little Red dates 3 pieces Goji berries a little Onion 1 bulb Ginger 1/4 bulb Perilla leaves a little Fish sauce 1 teaspoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Common spices a little (ground pepper/ MSG/ seasoning powder)
How to choose fresh ingredients
Where to buy red apples and goji berries?
- You can easily find red apples and goji berries at dry goods stalls in traditional markets, supermarkets, TasteVN stores, or buy online at the website bachhoaxanh.com.
- It is advisable to buy red apples and goji berries that are packaged with clear labels and expiration dates to avoid health risks!
How to choose delicious and safe fresh chicken eggs
- Choose fresh egg clusters that have a bright orange color, shiny egg shells, and plump individual eggs. The egg clusters should have naturally sized eggs that are tightly stuck together.
- Avoid choosing egg clusters that have turned dark brown, with eggs that are falling apart. Especially do not buy fresh chicken eggs that have a strange smell or slimy texture, or a fishy odor.
- If buying at traditional markets, you should purchase from stalls selling chickens and displaying fresh egg clusters from recently slaughtered chickens to ensure freshness.
How to Cook Chicken Heart and Lotus Seed Porridge (recipe shared by a user)
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Stir-fried heart and soft eggs
Wash the chicken heart and soft eggs, then marinate with 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, and a little ground pepper for 10 minutes.
Next, cut the onion into wedges.
Then, place a pan on the stove, add 1 spoon of cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion and stir-fry until fragrant.
After that, add the marinated heart and soft eggs and continue to stir-fry on low heat until cooked.
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Making chicken heart porridge
After 1 hour of soaking, the porridge has expanded, so place this pot on the stove and bring it to a boil.
Next, add the stir-fried ingredients into the porridge pot, then cook on low heat for about 8 minutes. After that, season the porridge to taste.
Finally, chop the perilla leaves and ginger; when the porridge is cooked, add them in and sprinkle a little pepper on top to finish.
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Final product
The hot, delicious chicken heart porridge with lotus seeds. The porridge is well-cooked, rich in spices, combined with crunchy chicken hearts, creamy egg, and buttery lotus seeds.
This dish contains many nutritional values and is extremely good for health!
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh chicken hearts
- You should buy chicken hearts from reputable stores to ensure food safety.
- If buying chicken hearts at traditional markets, you should go early when the chicken has just been slaughtered, and the hearts are still fresh.
- Choose chicken hearts that are bright, vivid red, without dark spots, and when gently squeezed, they should have good elasticity, a smooth and glossy surface.
- If you feel slimy on your fingertips, or if the chicken hearts are an unusual bluish-purple or dark red, you should not buy them.
How to choose fresh lotus seeds
- The freshest lotus seeds are those just harvested, still with a hard green outer shell, evenly sized and with a certain crispness.
- The inside of the lotus seeds should be off-white or deep yellow, with a light fragrant smell, sweet and crunchy taste, and a characteristic rich flavor indicating they are good seeds.
- If you peel a lotus seed and find the shell is crisp and easy to peel, then the lotus seeds are still fresh; if the shell is a bit tough and hard to peel, you should not buy them.
Product Information
- This article uses a clay pot with a capacity of 1 liter for cooking. The product is made from natural materials, ensuring safety when cooking. Additionally, the pot has a thickness that retains heat very well, helping the dish cook evenly, quickly, and taste better.
Hopefully, with the two delicious chicken heart and lotus seed porridge recipes that TasteVN just shared, you can create another delicious porridge dish. Wishing you success with your own porridge!
