Hobak Juk (Korean Pumpkin Porridge)
A silky smooth, naturally sweet Korean pumpkin porridge thickened with sweet rice flour dumplings. Vibrant orange, dairy-free, low in fat, and deeply warming — beloved as a light meal, snack, or dessert.
Total Time
45 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
4
Cuisine
East Asian Korean
210kcal
Calories
4g
Protein
44g
Carbs
3g
Fat
4g
Fiber
How to Make It
- 1
Steam or boil pumpkin chunks for 15 minutes until very soft. Drain and transfer to a blender with 300ml of the water. Blend until completely smooth.
- 2
Mix glutinous rice flour with warm water gradually until a smooth, firm dough forms. Roll into small marble-sized balls.
- 3
Pour the pumpkin purée into a pot. Add remaining 400ml water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- 4
Drop the glutinous rice balls into the simmering porridge. Cook for 5–7 minutes until they float and are cooked through.
- 5
Season with salt and sugar. Stir and adjust consistency — add more water if too thick.
- 6
Ladle into bowls and garnish with pine nuts.
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