Khao Jee: Laotian Rice Patty Baguette Sandwich

Ingredients

Cooked jasmine rice

2 cups

Eggs

2, beaten

Fish sauce

1 tablespoon

Soy sauce

1 tablespoon

Sugar

1 teaspoon

Lime

1, juiced

Cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped

Carrot

1 medium, grated

Cucumber

1 small, thinly sliced

Mayonnaise

2 tablespoons

Baguette

1, preferably french or vietnamese style

Oil

for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked jasmine rice, beaten eggs, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Pour half of the rice mixture into the pan, spreading it out to form a patty that is about 1/2 inch thick. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining rice mixture to make another patty.
3. While the patties are cooking, slice the baguette lengthwise, leaving one side intact to form a hinge. Spread mayonnaise generously on both sides of the baguette.
4. Once the rice patties are cooked, place one patty on one side of the baguette. Top with thin cucumber slices, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the filling for an added zing.
5. Close the baguette gently to secure the filling, pressing down lightly. Cut into individual portions for easy handling.
6. Serve the Khao Jee sandwiches warm, accompanied by extra lime wedges on the side for those who enjoy a zesty kick.