What can I prepare ahead of time for this Slow Cooker Shiitake Congee?

You can prepare and slice all the mushrooms and grate the ginger the night before, storing them in the fridge until you're ready to cook.

How long does this congee need to cook in the slow cooker?

This congee cooks on the low setting in your slow cooker for 7 to 9 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Can I use different types of mushrooms in this congee?

Yes, the recipe suggests using a combination of thinly sliced fresh shiitake, button, or baby bella mushrooms for varied flavor and texture.

What are some recommended toppings for this congee?

You can customize your congee with soy sauce, scallions, cilantro, chopped hot peppers, extra grated ginger, leftover cooked veggies, or tofu cubes.

What's the best way to store any leftover Slow Cooker Shiitake Congee?

Leftover congee can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You may need to add a splash of water or broth when reheating to achieve the desired consistency.

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Slow Cooker Shiitake Congee (Rice Porridge)
[Vegan]

TH By: The Vegan Slow Cooker, Kathy Hester

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A bowl of creamy brown rice congee garnished with sliced shiitake mushrooms, fresh scallions, cilantro, and a drizzle of soy sauce.

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The base for the congee gets most of its flavor from the mushrooms, but it’s actually a plain congee that’s dressed up by the toppings that you choose. This is a great get-well-fast soup and is gentle on your stomach. You can serve with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cilantro.

Ingredients You Need for Slow Cooker Shiitake Congee (Rice Porridge) [Vegan]

8 cups water or broth
4 cups thinly sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
4 cups thinly sliced button, baby bella, shiitake mushrooms or combination
1 cup brown rice (this recipe used long grain)
3 tablespoons grated ginger

Serving Ingredients - Optional:

Soy sauce
Scallions
Cilantro
Chopped hot peppers
Extra grated ginger
Leftover cooked veggies
Tofu cubes

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How to Prepare Slow Cooker Shiitake Congee (Rice Porridge) [Vegan]

The night before: Prepare the mushrooms and ginger, and store in the fridge.
In the morning: Add the water, mushrooms, rice, and ginger to your slow cooker. Cook on low for 7 to 9 hours.
To serve, place your chosen toppings on the table and let everyone make it their favorite way.