Description

Bobby Flay’s Crispy Rice Recipe is a culinary delight that combines the satisfying crunch of perfectly fried rice with the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a main course or a delightful side. Packed with wholesome ingredients like mushrooms, peas, and aromatic herbs, it offers a unique texture and taste that will elevate any meal. Whether enjoyed on its own or topped with your favorite protein, this crispy rice recipe promises to be a hit at your dining table.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups cooked jasmine rice (cooled)
¼ cup avocado oil
4 ounces lion’s mane mushrooms, sliced
4 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 cups thawed frozen green peas
4 cloves garlic, minced into a paste
¼ cup chives, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest
¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped

Instructions

Prepare all ingredients by cleaning and slicing the mushrooms, chopping the chives and thyme, and mincing the garlic.
Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Add lion’s mane and cremini mushrooms; season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
Stir in minced garlic paste and thawed green peas; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Add cooled jasmine rice to the skillet; mix well and allow to cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes for crispiness.
Incorporate chives, thyme, lemon zest, and roasted red peppers; stir gently.
Serve warm with a drizzle of Calabrian chile oil if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For maximum crispiness, use cold rice and ensure the oil is hot before adding ingredients. Feel free to customize with different vegetables or proteins according to your preference.