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bobby flay crispy rice recipe

Bobby Flay Crispy Rice Recipe

Bobby Flay’s crispy rice is a dish you’ll want to master in your kitchen!
It combines crunchy texture with rich flavors, making it a hit every time.
The secret is frying pre-cooked rice with oil until it reaches that perfect golden brown crispness.
Using coconut milk and scallions adds a delicious twist that’s both simple and flavorful.
Make sure to chill the rice overnight for the best results.
It helps the rice hold its shape and crisp up beautifully.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time23 minutes
Total Time23 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 cups Long-Grain Rice
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions thinly sliced, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Combine the coconut milk, water, kosher salt, and black pepper in a saucepan.
  • Bring this mixture to a boil over high heat.
  • Stir in the long-grain rice.
  • Once it starts boiling again, reduce the heat to medium-low.
  • Cover the saucepan.
  • Cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes.
  • Heat some olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  • Add the cooked rice, spreading it evenly.
  • Press down to form a compact layer.
  • Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the bottom becomes golden and crispy.
  • Flip the rice carefully to avoid breaking the crispy layer.
  • Garnish with thinly sliced green onions before serving.