For the crispy rice
For the vegetables
For the dressing
What do you get when Korean bibimbap sauce meets Laotian nam khao rice? This is a fantastic crispy rice salad! Cooked basmati rice is mixed with gochujang and oil and baked for 30 minutes until crispy. Finely chopped cucumber, carrots, and cilantro are added. The gochujang dressing with sesame oil, maple syrup, vinegar, and sesame seeds brings out all the Korean flavors. The combination of crispy, slightly spicy rice and fresh, crunchy vegetables with the umami-rich dressing is unique and irresistible. It perfectly demonstrates: The best culinary discoveries arise from bold combinations of different cuisines. A true fusion triumph! 🍙🔥