Discover the rich, comforting flavors of Champorado, a traditional Filipino sweet chocolate rice porridge made with glutinous rice, cocoa powder, and sugar. Often served with a savory twist of dried fish (tuyo), this delicious breakfast or snack offers a unique blend of sweet and salty that will delight your taste buds. Try our easy Champorado recipe for a taste of Filipino comfort food at its best!

Champorado Recipe

Ingredients:

  - 1 cup glutinous rice

  - 4 cups water

  - 1/2 cup cocoa powder

  - 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

  - 1/2 cup evaporated milk or coconut milk (optional, for creaminess)

  - Pinch of salt

  - Dried fish (tuyo), for serving

Instructions:

1- Prepare the Rice: Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.

2- Cook the Rice: In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed glutinous rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom, for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has a porridge-like consistency.

3- Add Cocoa Powder: Once the rice is cooked, add the cocoa powder. Stir continuously until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and the mixture turns a rich, chocolatey color.

4- Sweeten the Porridge: Add the sugar to the pot and stir until it is completely dissolved. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference. You can also add a bit more water if the mixture becomes too thick.

5- Optional Creaminess: For a creamier texture, stir in the evaporated milk or coconut milk. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

6- Serve: Ladle the hot champorado into bowls. Top with additional evaporated milk or coconut milk if desired.

7- Add Dried Fish (Tuyo): Serve the champorado with dried fish (tuyo) on the side for a delightful contrast of flavors. You can either eat them together or enjoy the champorado on its own with the salty fish as a side dish.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can use chocolate tablets (tablea) instead of cocoa powder. Melt them into the porridge as you would with the cocoa powder.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend a portion of the cooked champorado and mix it back into the pot.

Enjoy this comforting and unique Filipino dish that perfectly blends sweet and savory flavors!

Nutritional Values:

Here's the estimated nutritional information for the full recipe of Champorado:

Nutritional Information (per serving, recipe serves 4):

Glutinous Rice (1 cup)

  - Calories: 650

  - Carbohydrates: 143g

  - Protein: 10g

  - Fat: 1g

  - Fiber: 2g

  - Sugar: 0g

benefits: Also known as sticky rice, it provides carbohydrates for energy. It's low in fat and sodium, making it a good choice for those watching their fat and salt intake. It also contains some protein and fiber.

Water (4 cups)

  - Calories: 0

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugar: 0g

benefits:Water is crucial for keeping the body hydrated, which is essential for all bodily functions, including circulation, temperature regulation, and waste elimination.

Cocoa Powder (1/2 cup)

  - Calories: 98

  - Carbohydrates: 25g

  - Protein: 10g

  - Fat: 6g

  - Fiber: 12g

  - Sugar: 1g

benefits: Cocoa is rich in antioxidants, such as flavonoids, which may help improve heart health by lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow to the brain and heart. It also contains minerals like iron, magnesium, and zinc, as well as mood-boosting compounds like theobromine.

Sugar (1 cup)

  - Calories: 774

  - Carbohydrates: 200g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugar: 200g

benefits: While sugar is often viewed negatively, it provides a quick source of energy. However, it's important to consume it in moderation to avoid negative health effects like weight gain and increased risk of diabetes.

Evaporated Milk (1/2 cup, optional)

  - Calories: 170

  - Carbohydrates: 12g

  - Protein: 9g

  - Fat: 9g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugar: 12g

benefits: This milk is a source of protein, calcium, and vitamins D and B12. Protein is essential for muscle repair and growth, while calcium is important for bone health.

Salt (Pinch)

  - Negligible nutritional value

Dried Fish (Tuyo, per serving)

  - Calories: 150 (estimated for 1-2 pieces)

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 20g

  - Fat: 5g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugar: 0g

benefits: Dried fish is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health. It also contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin D, which is important for bone health.

Total Nutritional Values (for the entire recipe):

  - Calories: 1842

  - Carbohydrates: 380g

  - Protein: 49g

  - Fat: 21g

  - Fiber: 14g

  - Sugar: 213g

Nutritional Values (per serving):

  - Calories: 461

 - Carbohydrates: 95g

  - Protein: 12g

  - Fat: 5g

  - Fiber: 4g

  - Sugar: 53g

These values are approximate and can vary based on specific brands and variations in ingredient measurements. The optional evaporated milk is included in the calculation. Adjusting ingredient amounts or omitting certain ingredients (like the evaporated milk or dried fish) will change the nutritional values accordingly.