The Story of Coca-Cola Rice Pasta Cakes

This recipe is inspired by a dish that I used to make with my grandmother when I was a child. She would take leftover rice pasta and turn it into crispy little cakes to serve as a snack or appetizer. I decided to create my twist on this classic recipe by incorporating Coca-Cola, which adds a unique flavor that pairs perfectly with the silky textures of the rice pasta.

Ingredients

• 8 oz. rice pasta
• 1/2 cup Coca-Cola
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook the rice pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Coca-Cola, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, chili flakes, and minced garlic to make the sauce.
3. Add the cooked rice pasta to the mixing bowl with the sauce and toss until the pasta is fully coated.
4. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
5. Once the skillet is hot, scoop a small amount of pasta mixture (about 1/2 cup) onto the skillet and press down to form a patty. Depending on the size of your skillet, you can cook multiple patties at once.
6. Cook each patty for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crisped on the outside.
7. Once the patties are done, transfer them to a serving plate and sprinkle with chopped green onions and cilantro.

These rice pasta cakes will have a crispy outside with a chewy and flavorful inside. The sweetness of Coca-Cola pairs well with the salty and savory flavors of soy sauce and sesame oil. Enjoy these tasty little cakes as a snack or appetizer at your next party!