Blooming Bánh Tráng (Rice Paper) Flowers

1. Cut bánh tráng into about 3x3 inch rounded squares and about 4x4 inch rounded squares.
2. Mix a small amount of cooked rice with a pinch of turmeric, add more if rice isn’t coated enough to look light golden yellow.
3. Place a few pieces of rice (like 3 grains) in between the center of your big square & small square and press lightly to make them stick together. Place a few grains of rice in the middle of the top small square.
4. In a pot large enough to fit your bánh tráng squares, fill to about 2 inches high in oil and heat until 370F, then maintain this heat by lowering to medium-high.
5. Gently drop your cut bánh tráng into the hot oil and your rice paper should bloom rapidly. Carefully take out the ‘flower’ with a strainer and set aside to cool over a plate with paper towel to absorb the oils.
6. Eat with a charcuterie board or season it to your liking. Enjoy!