Vegan Crispy Rice Bites

Elevate your snacking game with these delightful Vegan Crispy Rice Bites, a mouthwatering combination of texture and umami-rich flavor. Made with tender short-grain rice infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and crushed nori, these bite-sized wonders are pan-fried to golden perfection for an irresistible crunch. Ideal as an appetizer or a savory snack, these rice bites offer an exciting twist on traditional rice recipes while remaining 100% plant-based. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh green onions for an extra pop of flavor, and watch them disappear at your next gathering. Perfect for those seeking easy vegan recipes that don’t skimp on taste or texture, these crispy delights will be a fast favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Short grain rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 1 sheet Nori sheets (crushed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0 as needed for frying Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water a few times until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 2.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes to finish steaming.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked rice into a large mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, grated ginger, sesame seeds, crushed nori, and salt until well combined.

Step 7

Using a spoon or your hands, form the rice mixture into bite-sized balls or patties, pressing firmly so they hold their shape.

Step 8

Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 9

Carefully add the rice bites to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Transfer the crispy rice bites to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve warm as an appetizer or snack, optionally garnishing with extra sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1178.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2519.4

Total Fat 129.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 73.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2381.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.5mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 712.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 49.6%