"Arroz Caldo (literally "Rice Soup") is a common dish in the Philippines. It consists of rice porridge, chicken, and spices."

• 1 1/2 cups rice
• 1 chicken, small, cut into serving pieces
• 2 tbsp oil
• 2 cloves garlic, bruised
• 1 small onion, chopped
• a fraction of ginger, sliced thinly
• 6 cups water
• 3 tbsp soy sauce or patis
• 2 stalks spring onions, chopped
• 3 boiled eggs, halved (optional)
• a pinch of saffron (optional)
• oil for sautèing

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, saute garlic onion and ginger. Add chicken. Season with soy sauce or patis. Cover for 2 minutes.
2. Add rice and water. Stir thoroughly, making sure that the ingredients do not stick to the sides of the pan.
3. Continue cooking over low heat for 20 minutes.
4. Sprinkle chopped spring onions and saffron on top before serving. Add boiled eggs, if desired.