Crispy Sesame Cabbage Rice
Golden rice crisped in a skillet with cabbage, scallions, and a savory sesame-soy finish.
Steps
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large nonstick or well-seasoned skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the cabbage and half the scallions and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the cabbage softens and picks up some color.
- 3
Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds, then transfer the mixture to a bowl.
- 4
Add the remaining oil to the skillet, spread the rice into an even layer, and let it cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes so the bottom gets crisp.
- 5
Whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar or honey. Add the cabbage mixture back to the skillet and drizzle in the sauce.
- 6
Toss everything together, then finish with the remaining scallions, sesame seeds, and chili crisp if using.
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Optional moves for when you want to impress.
- Top it with a fried egg if you want to turn it into the kind of lunch that fixes your whole afternoon.
- Add a handful of edamame or chopped snap peas for more texture and a little extra color.
- Use leftover brown rice if that is what you have, but let it dry out a bit first so it crisps properly.
- Scatter crushed roasted peanuts or cashews over the top right before serving for crunch.