How to Make Rice Cakes

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It's all too common to find yourself with leftover rice and no plan as to what to do with it. Luckily, it's easy to transform old rice into yummy rice cakes! These aren't quite like the standard puffed rice cakes from the grocery store, because they won't taste like styrofoam. There are several variations of homemade rice cakes that are all delicious in their own way, including simple fried sticky rice cakes and savory cheesy rice cakes.

Ingredients

Sticky Rice Cakes

  • Cooked sticky rice (as much as you want)
  • 44.36 mL (3.000 US tbsp) olive oil

Cheesy Rice Cakes

  • 200 g (1 cup) cooked rice
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 of a small onion, chopped (optional)
  • 4.929 mL (1.000  tsp) minced garlic (optional)
  • red pepper flakes (optional)
  • onion powder (optional)
  • parsley flakes (optional)
  • 14.79 to 29.57 milliliters (1.0  fl oz) (1-2 tbsp) of olive oil
Method 1
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Frying Sticky Rice Cakes

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    Wetting your fingers prevents the sticky rice from sticking to your fingers. [1] Then, gently pull away about 12.5 g (1 tbsp) of rice and mold it into a circular cake shape that is about 5.08 cm (2.00 in) in diameter. Use your fingers to press down on the rice and flatten it so it's thin, but don't press so hard that you make holes in the rice. [2]
    • Sticky white rice is best for this recipe because it holds its shape well.
    • It's better to make your rice cakes thinner rather than thicker, because they will expand a lot during cooking.
    • To make this process easier, you can press the rice into a simple circular cookie cutter or round mold. [3]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    Check that they've dried completely by gently trying to bend and break them. They should be pretty firm when they are dry.
    • If you aren't quite ready to fry the cakes, you can store the dried ones in an airtight container indefinitely until you're ready. [4]
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  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    You may need to add more or less depending on the size of your skillet. The layer of oil should still be relatively thin, but also deep enough so that the cakes can be fully submerged in the oil as they're cooking.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    Use a cooking thermometer placed in the skillet to know when the oil is at the right temperature. It's important to make sure that the oil is hot enough, because this results in a rice cake that is more crisp and less greasy. [5]
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    Using tongs, place the 1-2 rice cakes in the oil. [6] You're essentially going to deep-fry them.
    • Depending on the size of your pan, you may be able to cook more than 2 rice cakes at the same time.
  6. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    Use tongs to remove the cakes from the oil when they expand and rise to the surface — that's when you know that they're done. The rice cakes will cook pretty quickly, so usually about 30 seconds in the oil is plenty. [7] The rice should be fairly white with no discolorations.
  7. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    It's best to serve your cakes as soon as possible after frying them. The oil will cause the cakes to spoil quickly, so it's not recommended to store them and save them for later. [8]
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Method 2
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Making Cheesy Rice Cakes

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    Combine 200 g (1 c) rice with 1 egg in a bowl. Then add 59.147 mL (0.25000  c) cheese. It's super easy because all the mixing is done in one bowl!
    • If you'd like, you can dress up this recipe by mixing half of a small onion (chopped), 4.929 mL (1.000  tsp) minced garlic, and red pepper flakes, onion powder, and parsley to taste.
    • This recipe also lends itself really well to experimenting. Add your favorite vegetables and spices to make the patties your own. Carrots or green onions might be yummy additions. [9]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    The size of the patties is up to you — they can be cookie-sized or pancake-sized. However, just remember that the larger the patties are, the longer they'll need to cook.
    • If you feel like your rice is not sticking together enough, add another egg to the mixture to increase the stickiness.
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    This will help them retain their shape when you fry them afterward. You'll want the rice to stick together as much as possible. You can leave them in the fridge for longer than this if necessary, but be sure they have at least 30 minutes to chill.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    The oil should form a thick coat over the bottom of the pan. You'll want the oil to be crackling and popping before you put the patties in. [10]
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Make Rice Cakes
    You'll know that they're ready when the surface of the rice becomes golden brown. Remember, larger patties will probably need a few extra minutes to fully cook.
    • Be careful when flipping the patties, as they can easily break. This won't affect the taste at all, but they just won't look pretty on a plate. [11]
    • It's best to eat cheesy rice cakes right after eating them, as the oil will go rancid if you try to store it.
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      • Before cooking, make sure that your olive oil is still good. Olive oil is usually fine to use within a year of purchase. If it develops any kind of bitter or rancid flavor, throw it out! [12]
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      • You can make this with normal short-grain rice cooked with a little more liquid to mimic sticky rice. However, long-grain rice like basmati won't keep its shape well.
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      Things You'll Need

      Sticky Rice Cakes

      • Cookie cutter or mold (optional)
      • Skillet
      • Thermometer
      • Tongs

      Cheesy Rice Cakes

      • Medium-sized bowl
      • Skillet
      • Thermometer
      • Tongs
      • Refrigerator
      • Spatula

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPauNwzAEwY&feature=youtu.be&t=4m35s
      2. ↑ https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/rice-crackers/
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPauNwzAEwY&feature=youtu.be&t=4m23s
      4. ↑ https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/rice-crackers/
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPauNwzAEwY&feature=youtu.be&t=6m49s
      6. ↑ https://youtu.be/tPauNwzAEwY?t=6m39s
      7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPauNwzAEwY&feature=youtu.be&t=7m3s
      8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPauNwzAEwY&feature=youtu.be&t=7m23s
      9. ↑ http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/leftover-rice-cakes-226013
      1. ↑ http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/leftover-rice-cakes-226013 ?
      2. ↑ http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/leftover-rice-cakes-226013 ?
      3. ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/does-olive-oil-really-expire-o-121469

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      To make rice cakes, start by molding cooked sticky rice into circular shapes with wet fingers, which will stop the rice from sticking to your hands. Then, let the cakes dry for 2 to 3 hours. Once the cakes are dry, heat enough oil in a skillet to submerge the cakes. When the oil is hot, place some cakes in the pan with tongs and wait until they rise to the surface, which usually takes about 30 seconds. Serve your cakes as soon as possible after frying, since the oil will spoil them after a day or so. For tips on how to make cheesy rice cakes, keep reading!

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