Meat Porridge

Meat Porridge

　　The Hani people call it “Qian Ma.” The main ingredients are chicken and rice; auxiliary ingredients include garlic, star anise, ginger, chili powder, and salt. The cooking method is as follows: first, scrape and clean the chicken, cut it into small pieces, place them in a pot with an appropriate amount of water, and add salt to cook. Once the water boils, add washed and rinsed rice along with suitable auxiliary ingredients. Boil over high heat until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice reaches a thick yet porridgy consistency, at which point it is ready to eat. This is an essential dish that the Hani people serve to welcome family and friends. (Xishuangbanna)