STICKY RICE WAFFLES! Crispy, chewy textures all in one!
STICKY RICE WAFFLES! Crispy, chewy textures all in one! is a medium Chinese recipe that serves 4. 260 calories per serving. Recipe by Lisa Lin on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 55 min | Total: 1 hr 30 min
Cost: $31.46 total, $7.87 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups Glutinous (Sticky) Rice (Rinsed until water runs clear; use a rice cooker)
- 2 cups Water (For cooking the rice; ratio 1:1 with glutinous rice)
- 1/4 cup Dried Seafood Mix (Typically dried shrimp and dried scallops, rehydrated briefly)
- 2 links Chinese Sausage (Lap Cheong) (Thinly sliced; adds sweet‑savory flavor)
- 2 Shallots (Finely minced)
- 1/2 cup Frozen Peas (Adds color and sweetness; thaw before use)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Regular or low‑sodium; provides umami)
- 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce (Adds depth of flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (Finishing oil for aroma)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (For sautéing)
- 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper (Optional, for mild heat)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (Balances saltiness)
Instructions
Rinse and Cook Sticky Rice
Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Transfer to the rice cooker, add an equal amount of water, and start the cooking cycle.
Time: PT35M
Prepare Toppings
While the rice cooks, thinly slice the Chinese sausage, mince the shallots, and measure the dried seafood.
Time: PT5M
Sauté Aromatics and Protein
Heat 1 Tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the minced shallots and stir‑fry until translucent (≈2 min). Add the dried seafood and sliced Chinese sausage; stir‑fry 5‑7 minutes until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and sugar; coat everything evenly.
Time: PT7M
Add Peas
Add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes until they are heated through.
Time: PT2M
Combine Rice and Toppings
When the rice is done, transfer it to a large mixing bowl and fluff with a fork. Add the sautéed mixture, tossing gently to distribute the sauce and ingredients evenly.
Time: PT5M
Cool and Refrigerate (Optional but Recommended)
Spread the rice mixture on a shallow tray, let it cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) so it firms up for easier waffle‑iron handling.
Time: PT0M
Grease the Waffle Iron
Lightly brush both plates of the pre‑heated waffle iron with a thin layer of oil.
Time: PT1M
Cook Sticky Rice Waffles
Scoop about ½ cup of the rice mixture onto the center of the waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for 6‑7 minutes until the exterior is golden‑brown and crisp. Repeat for remaining batches.
Time: PT14M
Serve
Remove the waffles, let them rest for a minute, then serve hot. They pair well with a simple soy‑vinegar dipping sauce or extra soy sauce on the side.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 260
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbohydrates
- 45 g
- Fat
- 5 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Gluten‑Free (if using tamari), Pescatarian, Contains Pork
Allergens: Soy, Shellfish, Pork
Last updated: April 15, 2026








