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Satay Crispy Rice Salad Recipe

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Satay Crispy Rice Salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish featuring crispy fried rice tossed with fresh vegetables and a rich, flavorful peanut sauce. This salad offers a delightful combination of textures and bold Southeast Asian-inspired flavors, perfect as a light meal or a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

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Rice

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old, chilled)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

    • Vegetables

    • 1 cup shredded carrots
    • 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
    • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

    Peanut Sauce

    • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
    • 1 small garlic clove, minced
    • 1/4 cup warm water (to thin sauce as needed)
    • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crisp the Rice: Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chilled cooked rice, spreading it out evenly in the pan. Allow it to cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until the bottom turns golden and crispy. Stir or flip sections of the rice and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes to crisp other parts. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes if using. Slowly add warm water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
  3. Toss Salad: In a large bowl, combine the crispy rice, shredded carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, cilantro, and green onions. Pour the peanut sauce over the top and toss gently but thoroughly until everything is well coated.
  4. Serve: Transfer the salad to serving plates or a bowl and enjoy immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the rice.

Notes

  • Using day-old rice is key to achieving crispy rice texture since fresh rice tends to be too moist.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes in the peanut sauce according to your spice preference.
  • This salad is best eaten right away to keep the rice crispy; leftovers may become soggy.
  • Feel free to add protein like grilled chicken or tofu to turn it into a more substantial meal.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure the soy sauce used is gluten-free.

Keywords: satay, crispy rice, peanut sauce, salad, Southeast Asian, vegetarian, crunchy salad

Find it online: https://cookwithyana.com/satay-crispy-rice-salad-recipe/