Comforting Rice & Vegetable Porridge for Moms

👩‍🍳 By Chef Emily – USA

🍽️ Servings: 2

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 min

🌿 Type: Comfort Meal

This soothing rice and vegetable porridge is the ultimate comfort meal for new moms. It’s warm, easy to digest, hydrating, and full of postpartum recovery nutrients. Ideal for the first few weeks after birth when your body needs gentle healing support and your digestive system needs calming nourishment.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup white rice (jasmine or basmati preferred)
• 3 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup finely diced carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped spinach or kale
• 2 tbsp peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly and soak for 10 minutes if possible for softer texture.
2. In a pot, bring water or broth to a boil. Add rice and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally.
3. After 10 minutes, add all vegetables, garlic, and ginger.
4. Continue cooking until the porridge reaches your preferred consistency (usually 30–40 minutes total).
5. Add salt and a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve warm.

Why This Meal is Perfect After Birth

This porridge supports your digestion, hydrates your body, and gently delivers nutrients needed for postpartum recovery. Carrots and spinach provide iron and vitamin A. Ginger soothes the digestive system and may help reduce inflammation and cramping. Rice gives slow-burning energy without taxing the stomach.

Tips & Adjustments

• Need more protein? Add shredded chicken or tofu cubes after cooking.
• Breastfeeding boost? Stir in some brewer’s yeast or flaxseed powder.
• Sensitive stomach? Use plain water instead of broth and skip garlic.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

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