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Crispy Rice

Crispy Rice: Your New Favorite Crunchy Snack Surprise

Crispy rice is a versatile and delightful snack that offers a golden crunch and fluffy inside, perfect for various culinary creations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Sushi Rice Short-grain rice for chewy texture
  • 2.5 cups Water
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For Frying
  • 1/4 cup Neutral Oil (Avocado, Vegetable, or Canola) Choose oil with high smoke point

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Large bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Sharp Knife
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Rice
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. In a medium pot, combine the rinsed sushi rice with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then fold into the cooked rice.
  4. Spread seasoned rice in a shallow dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  5. After chilling, cut the rice into squares or rectangles, about 2 inches.
  6. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, add rice pieces in batches, frying each for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  7. Remove fried rice pieces and drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal results, chill the rice for at least 4 hours. Fry in batches and maintain medium heat for cooking.

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