Fried Rice Waffles

Prep time
15min
Cook time
20min
Serves
4

Rethink humble and versatile rice and serve a feast of waffles and crunchy nuggets.

Ingredients:

  • 1 packet County Fair chicken nuggets
  • 2 cups (500ml) cooked jasmine rice (preferably a day old)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ¼ cup (60ml) chopped spring onions
  • 1 tsp (5ml) sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Oil for greasing the waffle iron
  • Soya and honey drizzle
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) soya sauce
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) honey
  • 1 tsp (5ml) sesame oil
  • 1 tsp (5ml) chilli flakes (optional for heat)
  • ½ tsp (2,5ml) ginger, minced
Fresh coriander and chopped spring onion, to serve

Method:

  1. Cook the chicken nuggets according to pack instructions.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, beaten eggs, spring onions, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease with oil.
  4. Spoon the rice mixture onto the waffle iron and spread evenly. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
  5. For the soy and honey drizzle: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, chili flakes, and ginger. Warm over low heat, stirring until combined.
  6. Place the crispy rice waffles on a plate and top with the crumbed chicken nuggets.
  7. Drizzle with the soya and honey sauce and garnish with a sprig or two of fresh coriander and chopped spring onion.