Thai Porridge with Minced Pork

Steps

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1. 1
   Heat a pan on medium heat with vegetable oil, then fry the minced garlic until golden and crispy. Remove and drain.
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2. 2
   In the same pan, stir-fry the minced pork until broken up and the natural fat is released.
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3. 3
   Add the soaked and diced dried shiitake mushrooms, stir-fry together with the pork.
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4. 4
   Season with white pepper, fish sauce, and white soy sauce. Stir-fry until fragrant, then set aside.
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5. 5
   In a large pot, bring water to a boil with coriander roots, rock sugar, salt, and bouillon cube.
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6. 6
   Gently pour in the stir-fried pork mixture without stirring the broth to keep it clear. Skim off any foam with a spoon.
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   Add the cooked rice, bring back to a boil. Taste and adjust seasoning with fish sauce and white soy sauce to your preference.
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   Simmer until the rice is cooked and tender. Turn off heat, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and fried garlic, then serve hot.
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