Arroz caldo is a Filipino rice porridge simmered with chicken, ginger, and often turmeric for its golden hue, traditionally topped with garlic, scallions, and egg. A comforting rainy-day staple rooted in Chinese congee tradition, it reflects Filipino cuisine’s long, enduring culinary relationship with Chinese trade.
Arroz Caldo
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