Bubur ayam

Bubur ayam, or chicken congee in Indonesian, is a thick rice porridge topped with shredded chicken and various savory condiments. This breakfast staple is most likely derived from Chinese rice porridge, but it incorporates locally available ingredients and toppings to create an authentic Indonesian dish.

The process begins with boiling chicken (usually darker, on-the-bone pieces), and the rice is typically cooked in the same broth until it becomes dense in consistency. Bubur ayam can be made with a variety of ingredients other than rice porridge and shredded chicken.

It's usually topped with sliced scallions, crispy fried shallots, cilantro, crushed peanuts, fried crullers, and sliced boiled eggs. Bubur ayam is typically slathered in soy sauce, sesame oil, or fish sauce before serving. This chicken porridge is not overly spicy, unlike other traditional Indonesian dishes, but the fiery sambal sauce can be served on the side if desired.

Bubur ayam is one of Indonesia's most popular street food varieties; every morning, a slew of street vendors can be found selling this hearty porridge as a nutritious breakfast option.