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Crispy Rice with Spicy Shrimp Salad

Crispy Rice with Spicy Shrimp Salad for a Flavor Explosion

This Crispy Rice with Spicy Shrimp Salad offers a delightful fusion of crispy textures and zesty shrimp flavors, perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Short Grain Sushi Rice Provides structure and stickiness
  • 2 cups Water For cooking rice
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Adds sweetness and umami
For the Salad
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp (21/30 count) Peeled and deveined
  • 2 pieces Green Onions Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free options are available
  • 3 tablespoons Kewpie Mayonnaise Rich, creamy binder
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference
  • 1 piece Diced Jalapeño Enhances heat
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Swap for gluten-free tamari if needed
  • 1 piece Hass Avocado Sliced for topping

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Loaf pan
  • sharp knife
  • Deep Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse 1 cup of short grain sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of mirin. Fluff with a fork, pack into a lined loaf pan, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Cut the chilled rice into square pieces, approximately 2 inches in size. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190ºC).
  4. Fry the rice squares for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crunchy. Drain on a towel-lined plate.
  5. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté 1 pound of chopped shrimp for about 2 minutes until pink and opaque. Cool and chop finely.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, 2 green onions, 1/2 cup panko, 3 tablespoons Kewpie mayonnaise, 1-2 tablespoons sriracha, 1 diced jalapeño, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Mix well.
  7. Top each piece of crispy rice with the shrimp salad mixture. Place a slice of Hass avocado on each and drizzle with eel sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, store leftover crispy rice squares uncovered at room temperature for up to 3 hours, or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Re-crisp in an oven or air fryer before serving.

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