Japanese Rice With Salted Peanuts and Scallions

1. 1

   Lightly rinse the rice in a sieve until all the rice is wet.

2. 2

   Put it in a 6-cup saucepan with 2 cups water and let it soak for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Crush the peanuts lightly to the size of whole peppercorns.

4. 4

   This is easy to do by pressing a small, heavy saucepan on the peanuts with a rocking motion.

5. 5

   Stir the rice well and place the saucepan over high heat.

6. 6

   Let the rice come to a boil.

7. 7

   Stir it again and turn the heat down as low as possible.

8. 8

   Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and let simmer for 11 minutes.

9. 9

   Move the rice off the heat and let it sit, covered for 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Transfer the rice to a bowl, stir well, and let cool for 10 minutes.

11. 11

    Fold in the peanuts, scallions, oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Shape the rice in a mold.

13. 13

    For assembly:.

14. 14

    Choose a simple, colorful plate that contrasts in both shape and color with the rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.