Crispy Rice Recipe
This Crispy Rice recipe delivers crunchy, golden-brown rice by cooking it thoroughly first, then pan-frying it with butter and seasoning to create a delightful texture contrast perfect as a side dish or snack.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: General
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice (preferably day-old, cold rice)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: garlic powder or other seasonings of choice
- Cook rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions or use leftover cooked rice, ensuring it is fully cooked and cooled to reduce moisture content.
- Heat pan and melt butter: Place a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt completely.
- Pan-fry rice until crispy: Add the cooked rice to the pan in an even layer. Press down lightly with a spatula. Cook without stirring for several minutes until the bottom becomes golden and crispy. Carefully flip sections or stir and spread again to get an even crisp on multiple sides, seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional spices to taste.
Notes
- Using day-old rice works best as it is drier and crisps up better.
- Add seasonings like paprika, cumin, or chili powder for extra flavor.
- Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the butter and rice.
- This crispy rice can be served as a snack, side dish, or base for stir-fries.
Keywords: crispy rice, pan-fried rice, butter rice, crispy side dish, rice snack