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Annually, on the eighth day of the twelfth month in the lunar calendar, Chinese individuals commemorate the Laba Festival, an age-old traditional celebration. During this distinct day, people craft a distinct variety of congee referred to as “Laba congee.” Diligently selecting grains, dried beans, and dried fruits, they simmer them into a pot of comforting congee. This congee encapsulates a fusion of aspirations for opulence, joy, and auspiciousness. It’s worth highlighting that if congee isn’t prepared on the Laba Festival and includes more than eight ingredients, it’s termed “Eight Treasure Congee.”
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Feel free to customize the mix of beans, fruits, and nuts according to your preferences. Adjust the cooking time if you prefer a thicker or thinner consistency for the congee.