How To Make Crispy Rice with Leftover Rice
In this article, I will talk all about my version on How To Make Crispy Rice with Leftover Rice!
This Crispy Rice Bowl recipe is a fun and different way to serve up that side of rice with dinner. I also found this is a game changer and a great way to use up leftover rice. For example, serving baked chicken, rice, and broccoli for dinner on Tuesday? Save some of your leftover rice and on Wednesday, make Spicy Tuna with Crispy Rice.
Another neat thing about this recipe, it can be made with quinoa, farro, white, brown, or wild rice. I’ll even combine quinoa and rice for my grain at dinner because they have the same cooking time and water-to-grain ratios!
This recipe and post are heavily influenced by one of my favorite cookbooks, Bottom of the Pot: Persian Recipes & Stories by Naz Deravain. One of my photos was even inspired by the cookbook cover!
Ingredients for Crispy Rice
You only need 2 ingredients to make this delicious dish.
Leftover Rice: I use leftover jasmine rice in this recipe. If you do not have long-grain rice you might choose to substitute it for basmati, or any other short grain rice such as leftover sushi rice. Really whatever rice you have thats leftover.
Oil: I use avocado oil for this recipe. With its high smoke point and neutral flavor, avocado oil is my “go-to” for everything I sautee and pan-fried.
Other Flavors: I keep things simple by adding a little rice wine vinegar. You could also add some chili oil, sesame oil, or other seasonings like pepper, paprika, onions, hot sauce fresh herbs, a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
How to Make Easy Crispy Rice
Prepare the Rice:
- If the leftover rice is clumped together, break it apart with your fingers or a fork. Cold rice directly from the refrigerator works best as it’s drier and less sticky.
Heat the Oil:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Make sure there’s enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
Crisp the Rice:
- Add the rice to the skillet in a single even layer, pressing down lightly with a spatula to ensure the rice is compact. This helps in forming a nice crispy bottom.
- Let the rice cook undisturbed for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy. The key is not to stir it too soon; patience is crucial for achieving that desired crunch.
Serve:
- Once the rice is crisped to your liking, remove it from heat and serve immediately.
How to Serve Crispy Crunchy Rice
When I am feeling extra this is my go-to method of serving up leftover rice. Make this a complete meal by serving this crispy rice recipe in easy Spicy Tuna Bowls.
Check out my suggestions for serving this crispy rice recipe below:
Condiments and Sauces
- Soy Sauce
- Flavored Salt
- Toasted Sesame oil
- Kewpie Mayo or a Japanese Mayonnaise
- Spicy Mayo sauce
- Lime Juice
- A little Rice Vinegar
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
Think Veggies
- Sliced Green Onions
- Thinly Sliced Avocado
- Thinly Sliced Pickled Veggies
- Roasted Veggies like carrots, broccoli, sweet potatoes, eggplant, and mushrooms
- Raw Sliced Cucumber
- Kimchi
Protein
- Fish Cakes
- Sushi-grade Tuna or Ahi Tuna
- Baked Salmon or Grilled Salmon Burgers
- Half of a hard-boiled egg (or two halves!)
- Jalapeno Pickled Eggs
- Baked Tofu
- Grilled Shrimp
- Black Bean and Mango Salad
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Easy Crispy Rice
Ingredients
- 4 cup cooked white rice option to include quinoa as well - see recipe notes
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
Prepare the Rice
- If the leftover rice is clumped together, break it apart with your fingers or a fork. Cold rice directly from the refrigerator works best as it's drier and less sticky.
Heat the Oil
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Make sure there's enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
Crisp the Rice
- Add the rice to the skillet in a single even layer, pressing down lightly with a spatula to ensure the rice is compact. This helps in forming a nice crispy bottom.
- Let the rice cook undisturbed for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy. The key is not to stir it too soon; patience is crucial for achieving that desired crunch.
Notes
Nutrition
Hi, I’m Sarah Harper, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist passionate about cooking, eating, and sharing all things food! At The Addy Bean, you’ll find a variety of flexitarian recipes designed to inspire and empower you to explore the delicious world of plant-based eating. My mission is to make plant-forward meals approachable, enjoyable, and part of your everyday life!
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