How to Create Rice Croutons with Montreal Spice Mix

Food Blog by Western Rice Mills

Summer is a perfect time to try to be a bit adventurous. That is to add some excitement to the almost prolonged winter-spring feel-like seasons. 

​Very soon, you will be looking for some foods to prepare that can be awesome for a summer cookout.

You'll be thinking of some practical ideas that can be budget-friendly. 

 Credit: USA Rice

-- ​How to Create Rice Croutons
​with Montreal Spice Mix --

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How about making the most out of your leftover rice or cooked rice? 

Have you ever tried making some croutons?

​Yes, folks, you can make homemade croutons. 

Our featured recipe in this blog post (courtesy of USA Rice), "How to Create Rice Croutons with Montreal Spice Mix," can help you create crunchy, chewy croutons.

​But if you are already familiar with a classic rice crouton recipe, you would be glad to explore this variation.

Spicy, Bolder Rice Crouton Version

This rice crouton version would use spice mix to heighten a much bolder, smoky flavour.

Such a spicier version can be more enticing with your soup, salad, steak, chicken or fish.

You can begin with the basic steps in preparing and cooking this rice crouton recipe. Then toss in your favourite Montreal Steak spice mix. As simple as that.

Ingredients/Cooking Instructions

The rice that you must prepare would be either long-grain or short-grain white rice.

​Alternatively, you can also use brown rice. The measurement would be about one cup or 250 mL.

​Of course, you will also use some water. Also, you will need some oil or cooking spray (for sautéing).

And finally, make your Montreal Steak spice mix handy.

For instructions on how to complete your delicious croutons, see the cooking directions here.

Food Blog Post: 06/30/2022
​Updated 07/05/2022