Name: Jasmine Rice Cracker
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 5 hours
Yield: Makes about 24
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice; 2 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon table salt; 6 cups grapeseed or vegetable oil; Fleur de sel to taste; a deep-fat thermometer

The rice grains puff slightly during frying, making these crackers wonderfully light and crunchy. They are also a great alternative to croutons on soups as well as salads. Crackers can be made 1 day ahead and cooled completely, then kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Purslane, Meyer Lemon, and Pear Salad With Makrut Lime Vinaigrette and Jasmine Rice Crackers.

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