Description
Nostalgic Crispy Rice Squares deliver sweet childhood memories with a classic treat. Marshmallow-bound rice kernels create a simple yet irresistible snack you cannot resist sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups dry sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Preparation Ingredients:
(None)
Instructions
- Thoroughly rinse uncooked rice 4-5 times under cool running water until the water becomes completely transparent, ensuring removal of excess starch.
- Cook rice using either a rice cooker or stovetop method, following standard volume measurements of water to rice ratio.
- Create seasoning mixture by whisking rice vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and sesame oil in a small mixing bowl until sugar completely dissolves.
- Gently fold seasoning mixture into cooked rice, ensuring even distribution and uniform coating of each grain.
- Line a square baking tray with plastic wrap, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
- Transfer seasoned rice into prepared tray, using moistened hands to press and compact rice into a uniform 1/2-inch thick rectangular block.
- Wrap tightly with additional plastic wrap and refrigerate for minimum 3 hours or preferably overnight to firm and set the rice.
- Remove chilled rice block from refrigerator and slice into uniform bite-sized rectangular pieces using a sharp knife.
- Carefully pat rice pieces with paper towels to absorb any surface moisture condensation.
- Heat 1/2 to vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until oil shimmers and reaches optimal frying temperature.
- Gently place rice pieces into hot oil, maintaining approximately 2 inches spacing between each piece to prevent overcrowding.
- Fry first side for 1-2 minutes until achieving a golden-brown crispy exterior, then carefully flip and repeat on opposite side.
- Transfer fried rice squares onto a wire cooling rack positioned over a lined baking sheet to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
Notes
- Master the art of perfectly textured rice by rinsing thoroughly until water becomes crystal clear, ensuring no excess starch remains.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend combining salt, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil to elevate the taste profile of your rice squares.
- Chill the rice block for at least 3 hours or overnight to achieve a firm, compact texture that holds together during frying.
- Use a sharp knife to cut precise, uniform rectangles that will cook evenly and look visually appealing.
- Choose medium-high heat and maintain proper oil temperature to guarantee a crispy, golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Place fried rice squares on a wire rack to drain excess oil, preserving their delightful crunch and preventing sogginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 102 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 147 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg