Korean Black Sesame Rice Porridge (Heugimja Juk)

Drain the soaked rice and combine it with 1 cup of water in a blender. Blend until the rice is finely ground into a smooth paste.

In a separate bowl, combine the toasted black sesame seeds with 1 cup of water. Blend until the sesame seeds are finely ground into a smooth paste.

Pour the blended rice mixture into a medium saucepan. Add the remaining 2 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally, until the rice begins to thicken.

Stir in the blended black sesame paste, sugar, and salt. Continue to cook over low heat for another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the porridge reaches your desired creamy consistency.

Taste and adjust sugar or salt as needed. Serve warm.