- 1/2 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed well
- 1 1/4 cups (1/4-inch-dice) fresh pumpkin or butternut squash
- 6 cups water
- 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- Accompaniments: thinly sliced scallion, very finely julienned ginger, chopped salted peanuts, and Chinese hot oil
- 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.