Menu for those who are sick

Porridge
Starting with a quart of chicken stock, add 1/2 cup of rice and bring to a simmer. Add 2-3 slices of ginger and a handful of dried scallops (rehydrated in hot water). Simmer below boiling for 1.5 hours.

Poached fish
Bring a big pot of water to boil. Add some coriander seeds, parsley, bay leaf, thyme, ginger and 3 garlic cloves, simmer for 30 minutes. Add fish filets and poach gently for 5 minutes.

Mix in 1 diced century egg to porridge before serving. Place 1 filet atop porridge, top with grated ginger, diced scallions and a drizzle of sesame oil.

Enjoy with happy tummy.