MILLET & SWEET POTATO

This form of Congee supports the Liver by promoting smooth Qi flow and reducing stagnation, especially when paired with greens like bok choy or dandelion. The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the warming effect of ginger help balance the Liver and Spleen, 

Yields1 Serving
 ½ cup millet (rinsed)
 1 small sweet potato (peeled and diced)
 4 cups water (or bone broth for extra nourishment)
 ½ tsp sea salt
 1 tsp sesame oil
 1 tsp grated ginger
 1 tbl of chrysanthemum leaves or faorite greesn. (optional)
1

Rinse the millet thoroughly under running water.

2

In a pot, add the millet, diced sweet potato, and water. Bring to a boil.

3

Reduce to low heat and let it cook for about 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes creamy.

4

Add sea salt and stir well.

5

Drizzle sesame oil and add greens or chrysanthemum if using.  Serve

Ingredients

 ½ cup millet (rinsed)
 1 small sweet potato (peeled and diced)
 4 cups water (or bone broth for extra nourishment)
 ½ tsp sea salt
 1 tsp sesame oil
 1 tsp grated ginger
 1 tbl of chrysanthemum leaves or faorite greesn. (optional)

Directions

1

Rinse the millet thoroughly under running water.

2

In a pot, add the millet, diced sweet potato, and water. Bring to a boil.

3

Reduce to low heat and let it cook for about 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes creamy.

4

Add sea salt and stir well.

5

Drizzle sesame oil and add greens or chrysanthemum if using.  Serve

Notes

MILLET & SWEET POTATO