This spicy Sweetgreen Crispy Rice Bowl with Spicy Cashew Dressing is a homemade, inexpensive version of one of the best bowls Sweetgreen has to offer. After trying their original bowl for the first time, I fell in love with it and knew I had to make it again.
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If you’ve never tried Sweetgreen Crispy Rice, I’ll start off by saying that you’ve missed out on this. For a while, I was reluctant to try this since I already had my “go to” order from Sweetgreen, the shrooms bowl with chicken minus the tofu. I finally gave it a try after seeing a lot of friends asking for the crispy rice. It was love at first sight. Not only is the dressing really spicy, but it’s also really good when paired with fresh vegetables and crispy rice.
Now, making a copycat Sweetgreen version with spicy cashew dressing might sound a little intimidating, but I promise it’s super simple! You can make your life easier by buying pre-chopped carrots. If you want to splurge, buy bacon and season it too and put it to good use. Once you have all of the ingredients gathered, making the dressing, crispy rice, and blackened chicken can be done pretty quickly.
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- How to make Crispy Rice Bowl Sweetgreen Recipe step by step instruction
- How to cook crispy rice?
- WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- How To Make Sweetgreen Spicy Cashew Dressing
- How To Make A Homemade Sweetgreen Crispy Rice Bowl
- What makes this copycat Sweetgreen salad recipe so healthy?
- What you’ll need to make this Sweetgreen Crispy Rice Salad
- crispy rice bowl sweetgreen recipe
How to make Crispy Rice Bowl Sweetgreen Recipe step by step instruction
- The Salad
- Wild Rice
- Crispy Rice & Crunchies
- Blackened Chicken
- Spicy Cashew Dressing
- Prepare the chicken
Mix all the spices together first.
Try to rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken with olive oil.
Cook in a preheated pan on low flame for 8-10 minutes, till it is cooked through and slightly done. Alternatively, you can air fry the chicken or bake it.
- Make the crispy Rice
In a bowl, mix the crispy rice, blackening spice and dried ginger together.
Heat a pan on medium flame and keep stirring continuously until the rice turns slightly golden. Cook for about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and keep aside.
- prepare the spicy Cashew Dressing
Blend wet cashews with coriander leaves, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, red chilli flakes, lemon juice, water, salt and pepper until smooth.
You can add water to get the desired consistency
- Assemble the bowl
Start with a base of arugula or mixed greens.
Add cooked rice, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots and some sliced cucumbers.
Top with crispy rice, chopped almonds and black chicken.
Garnish with crushed cashews, fresh cilantro and lemon
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How to cook crispy rice?
If you want completely cooked rice then you will need the right type of rice. For example, you can use jasmine and basmati rice. If the amount of starch in the rice is high, then you can wash it well to remove it. This will reduce the crispiness of the rice. After that, cook the rice in less water so that it does not become too soft. Now spread the rice on a baking sheet for 15 minutes to dry.
After this, put a thin layer of oil in a non-stick pan or wok, then heat the pan. When the oil is hot, spread the cooled rice evenly. Press it gently with a spatula until a solid cake is formed.
And let it cook for 10 minutes without stirring at all, so that the bottom layer becomes crispy.
Cook till the rice turns golden brown. Carefully flip the rice using a spatula or plate and cook for another 8-10 minutes till the rice is cooked and golden brown. You can use more oil to make it crispier.
When both sides are cooked, remove the rice from the pan and serve immediately. Enjoy crispy rice!
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
Crispy Rice Bowl Sweet Green Rice is sure to be a hit with your taste buds and the way it works. The golden brown rice is paired with a medley of vibrant, fresh greens and delicious toppings.
Each bite offers a satisfying burst of flavour followed by an explosion of salty and sweet notes.
It’s a culinary symphony for your palate. This recipe is not just a meal but an experience that will leave you craving for more. Whether you are a lover of crispy textures or just love nutritious food, Crispy Rice Bowl Sweet Green Rice is sure to be your new favourite.
How To Make Sweetgreen Spicy Cashew Dressing
To make this sweet green spicy cashew dressing, start by soaking raw potatoes in water to soften them. Then, combine the cashews with fresh spinach, jalapenos, honey or maple syrup for sweetness, a little lime juice for spiciness, a little olive oil, and a little salt. Adjust the amount of spice to your liking or the amount of jalapenos.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste for seasoning, then adjust if needed.
Use this vibrant dressing to top salads, grain bowls, or as a dip for vegetables. Refrigerate leftovers to keep for up to a week.
How To Make A Homemade Sweetgreen Crispy Rice Bowl
To prepare homemade sweet green crispy rice in a bowl, cook short grain rice until sticky. Once the rice is cooked, spread it on a baking sheet and let it cool down to allow it to crisp up.
Now prepare a mixture of chopped avocado, edamame, cucumber and sliced radish in a dressing made of honey, soy sauce and lemon juice. When the rice is crispy, transfer it to a bowl and top with the vegetable mixture.
Serve with sesame seeds and chopped shallots for extra flavor and crispiness.
What makes this copycat Sweetgreen salad recipe so healthy?
This Sweetgreen Salad copycat recipe has a lot of health benefits. First of all, it’s packed with leafy greens like kale and spinach, which help improve digestion.
This recipe is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Adding fresh greens like cucumbers and bell peppers greatly boosts its nutritional profile. These additions add antioxidant and fibroprotective properties. Adding protein sources like grilled chicken or tofu has been shown to promote muscle repair.
The fats in avocados and nuts help support heart health and also aid in nutrient absorption. Lastly, homemade dressings have healthier fats and lower sodium levels than store-bought dressings, ensuring a complete meal.
What you’ll need to make this Sweetgreen Crispy Rice Salad
To prepare this sweet green rice, gather different types of fresh vegetables. Now take crispy rice. Now you can start with the crispy rice base. Which includes a good crispy pan. According to me, if you want to use green vegetables, then you can use nutritious ones like kale or spinach. You can enhance the taste by adding chopped cucumber, carrot and capsicum.
Grilled chicken or tofu is a good option to get protein. Use creamy avocado and crunchy nuts for healthy fats and good texture.
You can also use sesame seeds on top for nutritious taste. Now finally, for special green taste, you can use rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey and sesame oil. With which you will prepare a spicy dressing.
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crispy rice bowl sweetgreen recipe
Ingredients
For the Blackened chicken:
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
For the Salad:
- 1 cup raw carrots
- 3 persian cucumbers
- 3/4 cup of multigrain or wild rice
- 5 ounces of Arugula
- roasted almonds (optional)
- 1 lime
- 1.25 cups of water
- 1/4 bunch of cilantro
- 1/4 head shredded red cabbage
For the Crispy Rice:
- 1 cup of rice crispy cereal
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
For the Spicy Cashew Dressing:
- 1/2 cup cashews (soaked for 10 minutes if you want a smoother dressing)
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2” knob of peeled ginger
- 1/3 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove of garlic
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Instructions
Prepare the chicken
- Mix all the spices together first.Try to rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken with olive oil.Cook in a preheated pan on low flame for 8-10 minutes, till it is cooked through and slightly done. Alternatively, you can air fry the chicken or bake it.
Make the crispy Rice
- In a bowl, mix the crispy rice, blackening spice and dried ginger together.Heat a pan on medium flame and keep stirring continuously until the rice turns slightly golden. Cook for about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and keep aside.
prepare the spicy Cashew Dressing
- Blend wet cashews with coriander leaves, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, red chilli flakes, lemon juice, water, salt and pepper until smooth.You can add water to get the desired consistency
Assemble the bowl
- Start with a base of arugula or mixed greens.Add cooked rice, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots and some sliced cucumbers.Top with crispy rice, chopped almonds and black chicken.Garnish with crushed cashews, fresh cilantro and lemon