Jeonbokjuk

Jeonbokjuk is a traditional porridge originating from South Korea. The porridge is made with a combination of abalone, rice, sesame oil, water, and soy sauce. The abalone is removed from its shell, cleaned, cut into strips, and gently stir-fried in sesame oil. The rice is soaked for three hours before cooking and it's added to the pot along with the water. The mixture is simmered over low heat until the porridge becomes thick. It's occasionally stirred while simmering, and once done, it's served with soy sauce on the side. In the past, abalone porridge used to be reserved for special occasions, but nowadays it's a comfort food for most Koreans. If desired, carrots, scallions, and garlic can be added to the porridge for extra texture and flavor.