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Viral Crispy Rice Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing

A molded serving of crispy rice salad topped with herbs and nuts, surrounded by bright green edamame and sliced carrots.
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Make the popular TikTok crispy rice salad at home! This recipe uses day-old rice for maximum crunch and features fresh herbs and a bright ginger-sesame dressing. It is great for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked day-old jasmine rice
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like canola or vegetable)
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • For the Ginger-Sesame Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rice: Spread the day-old cooked rice thinly on a baking sheet. Let it air dry on the counter for at least 2 hours, or place it in the refrigerator for 4 hours to dry out further. This step is key for crispiness.
  2. Crisp the rice: Heat the neutral oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the dried rice and press it down slightly. Cook without stirring for 5 to 7 minutes until the bottom layer is golden brown and crispy.
  3. Flip the rice: Carefully flip the rice layer using a large spatula or by sliding it onto a plate and inverting it back into the pan. Cook the second side for another 5 minutes until crisp. Remove the crispy rice from the pan and let it cool slightly.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, honey, and minced garlic until well combined.
  5. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled crispy rice, edamame, shredded carrot, cucumber, cilantro, mint, and green onion.
  6. Dress and serve: Pour the ginger-sesame dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together until lightly coated. Serve immediately to maintain the best crunch.

Notes

  • For the best crunch, use jasmine rice that has been refrigerated overnight.
  • You can add cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp for extra protein.
  • This salad holds up well for meal prep if you store the dressing separately and add it just before eating.

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