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Viral Crispy Rice Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing

A close-up of a bowl filled with flavorful crispy rice salad mixed with bright green edamame and topped with fresh parsley.
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Make the trending TikTok crispy rice salad using day-old rice for maximum crunch. This recipe features fresh herbs and a bright ginger-sesame dressing, perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rice: Spread the cooked day-old rice thinly on a baking sheet. Let it air dry in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, to remove moisture. This step is key for crispy rice.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, honey or maple syrup, and minced garlic until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Cook the rice: Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the dried rice and spread it into an even layer. Cook without stirring for 5 to 7 minutes until the bottom layer is golden brown and crispy.
  4. Toss the rice: Gently stir the rice, breaking up any large clumps, and continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes until more of the grains are toasted and crunchy. Remove the rice from the heat and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
  5. Assemble the salad: While the rice is still warm, add the cooked edamame, cilantro, mint, green onion, carrot, and toasted sesame seeds to the bowl.
  6. Dress and serve: Pour the ginger-sesame dressing over the rice mixture. Toss gently until everything is coated. Serve immediately while the rice is still warm and crispy for the best texture.

Notes

  • For meal prep, store the dressing and the crispy rice mixture separately. Combine just before serving to keep the rice crunchy.
  • Add 1 cup of shredded rotisserie chicken or baked tofu for extra protein in your crispy rice salad.
  • If you do not have day-old rice, spread freshly cooked rice on a sheet pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes to dry it out before frying.

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