Ingredients
1/2
cup long-grain white rice, rinsed well
1
1/4 cups (1/4-inch-dice) fresh pumpkin or butternut squash
1
tbsp minced peeled fresh ginger
1
1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
Accompaniments: thinly sliced scallion, very finely julienned ginger, chopped salted peanuts, and Chinese hot oil
Directions
1.
Combine all ingredients in a 3- to 4-quart heavy pot and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until thickened and creamy, about 1 1/2 hours.