Xiao Mi Zhou Millet Porridge
Warm, comforting, and delightfully simple, Xiao Mi Zhou, or Chinese Millet Porridge, is a wholesome dish that has been cherished for centuries in Chinese cuisine. Made from just a handful of ingredients—nutty, golden millet, water, and a touch of optional salt—this nourishing porridge is both a staple breakfast and a soothing comfort food. With its creamy consistency, it’s perfect for those seeking a light, easy-to-digest meal that’s naturally gluten-free. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe shines with its versatility; enjoy it plain for a traditional experience, or personalize it with toppings like pickled vegetables, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of sugar for a touch of sweetness. Xiao Mi Zhou is the ultimate blend of simplicity, nutrition, and heartwarming flavor, making it a must-try dish in your repertoire of classic Chinese recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Millet
- 1.2 liters Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the millet thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear to remove surface starch and impurities.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed millet with 1.2 liters of water. Stir to ensure the millet is evenly distributed and not clumped together.
Place the pot over high heat and bring the water to a boil while stirring occasionally to prevent the millet from sticking to the bottom.
Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and let the millet simmer uncovered. Continue stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Simmer the millet for 25-30 minutes or until it reaches a creamy and porridge-like consistency. If the porridge becomes too thick, you can add more hot water, a little at a time, and adjust to your preferred texture.
If desired, stir in a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor or leave it unsalted for a more traditional taste.
Serve the Xiao Mi Zhou hot in bowls, and enjoy it as-is or with accompaniments like pickled vegetables, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkling of sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 755 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% | |
*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.
