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This fusion dish turns cold leftover rice into golden crunchy morsels mixed with soft chicken, herbs, and a creamy homemade peanut sauce.
Must-Have Ingredients:
- Day-old rice: Gets you the best crunch
- Natural peanut butter: Foundation for sauce
- Fish sauce: Gives deep savory kick
- Fresh herbs: Adds brightness
- Sesame oil: Brings nutty flavor
- Quality soy sauce: Flavors the rice
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Step-by-Step Cooking Guide:
- Crisp the Rice
- Lay it flat on cookie sheet
- Mix with oils and soy sauce
- Cook at 400°F
- Turn it over halfway
- Make Peanut Sauce
- Mix peanut butter with lime juice
- Slowly add fish sauce
- Make it thinner with water
- Taste and fix flavors
- Prepare Components
- Pull apart chicken
- Chop up fresh herbs
- Brown the peanuts
- Thaw frozen edamame
- Layer and Serve
- Mix everything while rice is hot
- Toss in protein and veggies
- Pour sauce over top
- Sprinkle with crushed peanuts
The magic happens when your rice gets super crispy - spread it out thin and don't cut corners.
Keeping It Fresh:
Store everything apart. You can crisp up rice again in the oven.
Tasty Companions:
Offer extra lime wedges and some spicy chili oil alongside.
Pro Tricks:
- Don't use cold peanut butter
- Brown your nuts for extra taste
- Build textures with care
- Always make more sauce than you think
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I've spent many years trying different methods and found that getting the rice just right and carefully arranging all parts makes this mixed-up dish amazing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why chill the rice first?
- It’s the secret to getting that perfect crunch while baking.
- → Can I prepare it early?
- Don’t mix it yet! Keep everything separate, then throw it together before you eat.
- → What’s a vegetarian version?
- Swap out the chicken for tofu or even some extra edamame.
- → Is there a rice alternative?
- Sure! Quinoa or brown rice can do the trick.
- → What about a peanut allergy?
- Use sunflower seed butter and crushed sunflower seeds instead.