Juk(죽) is a Korean rice porridge, often eaten when you have an upset stomach. Since the rice is simmered in water for a long time, it becomes soft and almost soup-like, making it easy to digest.
You could think of it as Korea’s version of risotto, but much lighter and gentler on the stomach.
Have you ever tried Korean juk? What’s your go-to comfort food when you’re feeling unwell?
by Alcohol_K
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본죽이다
My favorite juk is the one my mom used to make me when I got sick as a kid. She didn’t make it very often as the main ingredient other than rice, which I think was pine nuts, got too expensive.
I love all forms of rice porridge/congee. Korean rice porridge and Cantonese congee with pork and century egg are my favorite. Very light but tasty