Jook



Jook (粥, zhōu) is a traditional rice porridge eaten in the Earth Kingdom. It is usually eaten for breakfast, though it may also be used as a substitute for rice in other meals. Jook is prepared by boiling rice in a vast amount of water until it is broken down into a starchy paste, the consistency of which depends on personal preference. Garnishes such as salted eggs, lettuce, and bamboo shoots are often added for variety, while seasonings such as white pepper and soy sauce are added for flavor.

History
During their stay at Ba Sing Se, Iroh was surprised when Zuko asked for a bowl of it, as the old tea-maker would never have thought the exiled prince to actually love it, but Zuko was being uncharacteristically optimistic for once.

Connection

 * Jook is an actual Asian breakfast food.
 * "Jook" is the Cantonese and Korean pronunciation for rice congee.