Fluffy Rice Pancakes Easy GlutenFree Breakfast Recipe Now
Author:asmahane
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:8 pancakes (serves 3–4) 1x
Description
Discover how to make fluffy rice pancakes that stay light and tender a quick glutenfree breakfast to wow your family and start mornings right
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups cooked rice (day-old or chilled)
1 large egg (or flax egg: 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water for vegan)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour or rice flour (use gluten-free if needed)
1/4 cup finely grated onion or 1 small shallot, squeezed of excess moisture
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 small carrot, grated (optional)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or 1/4 tsp chili flakes)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder (optional)
2–3 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or light olive) for frying
Sauces for serving: soy sauce, yogurt dip, or spicy mayo
Instructions
Prep the rice: Break up clumped rice with a fork so the grains separate. If rice is very dry, sprinkle a teaspoon of water and stir to soften slightly.
Mix the batter: In a large bowl combine the rice, egg (or flax egg), flour, grated onion, scallions, carrot (if using), salt, pepper, and baking powder. Stir until evenly distributed. The mixture should hold when pinched but remain slightly tacky. Add more flour if too loose, or a splash of water/another beaten egg if too stiff.
Form the pancakes: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Scoop about 3 tablespoons of mixture per pancake and place in the skillet, pressing gently into a 2–3 inch round — thin edges crisp best.
Fry until golden: Cook 3–4 minutes until the underside is deep golden brown and edges look dry and crisp.
Flip and finish: Flip carefully and cook 2–3 minutes more until the other side is golden and the center feels set. Reduce heat if pancakes brown too quickly before heating through.
Keep warm and repeat: Transfer cooked pancakes to a baking sheet and keep in a 200°F (95°C) oven while finishing the rest to maintain crispness. Add more oil between batches as needed.
Serve: Stack hot pancakes, drizzle sauces, or top with a fried egg, herbs, or pickles. Enjoy immediately for best texture.
Notes
Quick, forgiving rice pancakes made from leftover rice — crispy edges, tender centers, and easy to customize. Perfect for a snack, light lunch, or simple dinner.
