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Rice Crackers
Crispy Japanese or Korean snacks made from rice and often flavored with soy sauce, seaweed, or spices. Naturally gluten-free and seriously snackable!
Pro Tip: Pair with green tea or sake for the ultimate savory-snack moment.
How to Use It:
- Snack straight from the bag
- Add to lunchboxes or charcuterie boards
- Crush over salads for extra crunch
1. Asian-Inspired Crunch Salad with Crushed Rice Crackers
Vibe: Fresh, punchy, and texture-forward. Great as a side, light lunch, or something cute to bring to a potluck.
🛒 Ingredients:
2 cups shredded cabbage or slaw mix
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cucumber, julienned
Handful of chopped cilantro and green onions
1/2 cup store-bought rice crackers, crushed by hand
Optional: edamame, avocado, or shredded chicken
Dressing:
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp honey or agave
1 tbsp Kewpie mayo (optional but amazing)
👩🍳 Instructions:
Mix the salad veggies in a big bowl.
Whisk together dressing ingredients and toss with the salad.
Just before serving, sprinkle crushed rice crackers on top for a salty crunch.
Optional: top with sesame seeds, chili flakes, or crispy shallots.
🥗 Why it hits: The crackers add that extra texture and savory pop that takes it from “just salad” to “ooooh what’s in this?!”
2. Rice Cracker Cheese + Kimchi Bites (Aka: Fancy Lazy Snacks)
Vibe: High-low, snack board realness. Perfect for movie night, a chill appetizer, or last-minute “oh I brought something” moment.
🛒 Ingredients:
Rice crackers (flat or puffed style both work)
Slices of sharp cheddar, smoked gouda, or cream cheese
Store-bought kimchi, chopped
Optional: drizzle of honey, chili crisp, or toasted sesame seeds
👩🍳 Instructions:
Lay out rice crackers on a board or tray.
Top each one with a slice or smear of cheese.
Add a little pile of kimchi on top.
If you’re feeling bold, finish with a tiny drizzle of honey or chili crisp.
🧀 Why it works: It’s spicy, tangy, creamy, and crunchy all at once—the perfect balance of flavors and textures in one bite.