Viral Rice Hack Recipe

This viral leftover rice recipe has changed the way I eat rice forever. It transforms boring leftover rice into the my most delicious gyozas I have honestly ever had. The flavor is so versatile and it tastes delicious with practically everything. After you give try rice hack recipe a try, I promise you'll be making it every single week. 

Why This is The Best Viral Rice Hack

I love pot stickers, gyozas, and dumplings, but I don't like how difficult they are to make. There were so many viral rice hack recipes on TikTok, but this one is by far the most unique and delicious I've come across.

It combines rice with just one other ingredient, flour, to make delicate and tender rice dumplings that are just to die for. Dipped in this Szechuan sauce, I could eat a hundred of them.

The process of making this recipe is simple, and the result is incredibly satisfying, especially when you get creative with the fillings. Add some diced veggies, chicken, pork, beef, or literally anything you want! 

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this leftover rice hack recipe:

• 2 cups leftover rice
• 1 cup all-purpose flour 

How to Make The Viral Rice Hack Recipe From TikToK

Step 1: Blend the Rice

Add the leftover rice to a blender and blend until it forms a sticky paste. Gradually add the flour, ¼ cup at a time, blending until the mixture comes together into a dough.

Step 2: Roll Out the Dough

Dust a clean work surface with flour and place the dough on it.

Use a rolling pin to roll the dough out until it’s about ⅛ inch thick.

Step 3: Cut and Fill

Use a cup or a round cutter to cut out pieces of dough.

Place your choice of filling on one half of each piece, then fold it over and pinch the edges to seal.

Step 4: Steam and Serve

Steam the filled dough pieces until they’re cooked through, and the dough is soft and tender. Serve immediately, and enjoy your creative take on leftover rice!

How to Store Leftover Rice Dough

If you have leftover dough or prepared pieces, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat the rice dough gyozas in the microwave for a few seconds or by lightly steaming them for the best results. 

Rice Hack Recipe FAQs

Can I use different types of rice?

Yes, this recipe works with almost any type of cooked leftover rice—white rice, jasmine, basmati, brown rice, or even flavored rice. The key is that the rice needs to have enough starch and moisture so it can blend into a smooth, sticky paste. Very dry or hard rice from the fridge may need a teaspoon or two of water and a few extra pulses in the blender or food processor to come together.

What fillings work best with this dough?

You have a ton of flexibility with fillings. For savory versions, try shredded cheese, sautéed vegetables, diced chicken, ham, cooked ground beef, or taco meat. For a sweet treat, you can fill the rice dough with Nutella, peanut butter and jelly, chocolate chips, sweetened cream cheese, or fruit preserves. Just avoid very watery fillings, since they can make the rice pockets harder to seal and a bit soggy.

Does the rice need to be cold or can I use fresh-cooked rice?

This hack is perfect for leftover rice, especially rice that has cooled and firmed up in the fridge. You can use freshly cooked rice if you let it cool down until it is just warm and not steamy. Hot rice can be harder to blend into a uniform dough and may make the mixture too soft or sticky to shape.

Can I make the rice dough ahead of time?

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