Taiwanese Hand Roll (Fan Tuan)

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Learn how to make a delicious Taiwanese hand roll with Cal Rose rice, featuring crispy Chinese doughnuts, pickled mustard greens, pork floss, and a perfectly fried egg. This simple and flavorful recipe is a must-try for any fan of Taiwanese cuisine. 

Note: You can easily find Chinese doughnuts, pickled mustard greens, and pork floss at any local Asian supermarket.

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Prep time: 14mins
Cook time: 1hr
Serves or Makes: 4 servings

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ingredients

  • 2 cups Calrose rice
  • 2 1/4 cups water
  • 2 pieces Chinese doughnut
  • 1 cup pickled mustard greens
  • 1/2 cup pork floss
  • 4 fried eggs (over medium)
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sliced green onions
  • 1 tablespoon fried shallots

Method

  • Step 1

    Rinse the Calrose rice in cold water, draining 3 times until the water runs clear.

  • Step 2

    Add 2 ¼ cups of water to the rice cooker pot, then cook according to the rice cooker settings.

  • Step 3

    To cook the Chinese doughnut, place it in an air fryer at 350°F for 8 minutes or until crispy. Once done, remove and slice each doughnut in half, yielding four pieces.

  • Step 4

    Lay a 14-inch sheet of plastic wrap flat on a smooth surface.

  • Step 5

    Take ¼ of the cooked rice and spread it into a 10x8-inch rectangle, using a rice paddle to maintain the shape.

  • Step 6

    Place a small amount of pickled mustard greens and pork floss near the center of the rice.

  • Step 7

    Add a piece of the crispy Chinese doughnut, then top with a fried egg.

  • Step 8

    Garnish with fried shallots, sliced green onions, and cilantro leaves.

  • Step 9

    Carefully roll the rice into a burrito shape using the plastic wrap, making sure to keep everything tightly packed.

  • Step 10

    Twist both ends of the plastic wrap to seal the hand roll.

  • Step 11

    Remove the plastic from one end and enjoy!