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Golden Milk Congee

A soothing, warm bowl for deep recovery. This traditional healing meal is specifically crafted to nourish the postpartum body through warmth and gentle digestion.

TCM Intention: To warm the core, replenish Qi, and restore blood vitality after birth.

Ingredients (4 Servings)

  • 1 cup white rice (soaked for 30 mins)
  • 7 cups filtered water or chicken bone broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced thin
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Garnish: goji berries and black sesame seeds

Directions

  1. Rinse soaked rice and place in a large pot with water or broth.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a low simmer. Cover loosely.
  3. Whisk in turmeric, cinnamon, pepper, and add the ginger slices.
  4. Cook for 1-1.5 hours until rice is broken down and creamy.
  5. Stir in coconut milk for the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with goji berries and sesame seeds.

TCM Intention

Warming the Spleen and Stomach, nourishing Qi and Blood to support healing.

Ingredients

4 Servings

• 1 cup white jasmine rice (soaked for at least 1 hour)

• 7 cups water or light vegetable broth

• 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk

• 2 tsp ground turmeric (or 1 inch fresh, grated)

• 1 tsp ground ginger (or 1 inch fresh, grated)

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp black pepper (activates the turmeric)

• Pinch of sea salt and optional maple syrup to taste

Step-by-Step Directions

01

Rinse the Congee mix (white rice, red dates, and goji berries) thoroughly and place in a heavy-bottomed pot or slow cooker with 6-8 cups of filtered water or bone broth.

02

Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice has broken down into a creamy, porridge-like consistency.

03

Stir in the Golden Milk Blend (turmeric, ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon) during the last 10 minutes of cooking to infuse the warming aromatic flavors.

04

Serve warm. Stir in your choice of healthy fat (coconut or grass-fed butter) and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired. Garnish with black sesame seeds or toasted nuts.

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