Nam Khao [0000169]

Ingredients:

For the Crispy Rice:

2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably cooled)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (green parts)
1/4 cup grated coconut (fresh or dried)
2 tablespoons gluten-free fish sauce
1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
Cooking oil, for frying
For Assembling:

1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
Lime wedges, for serving
Lettuce leaves or cabbage leaves, for serving

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine the cooked jasmine rice, chopped green onions, grated coconut, gluten-free fish sauce, gluten-free soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well to ensure the flavors are distributed evenly.

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a bit of cooking oil to coat the bottom.

Add the rice mixture to the skillet and spread it out to form an even layer.

Allow the rice to cook without stirring for a few minutes until the bottom becomes crispy and golden brown.

Use a spatula to flip the rice and cook the other side until it's crispy as well. Break up any clumps as you flip the rice.

Once the rice is crispy, remove it from the skillet and let it cool slightly.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice with the chopped cilantro, chopped mint leaves, chopped red onion, and chopped roasted peanuts.

Toss all the ingredients together to mix well.

To serve, place the Nam Khao mixture on a platter.

Serve the Crispy Rice Salad with lime wedges and lettuce leaves or cabbage leaves, which can be used as wrappers.

Enjoy your flavorful and gluten-free Laotian Nam Khao (Crispy Rice Salad), a delightful dish with a wonderful mix of textures and fresh flavors! Make sure that all the ingredients, including the fish sauce and soy sauce, are certified gluten-free to avoid any cross-contamination if you have gluten sensitivities or allergies.