Delicious Rice Ball Recipe with Cheese & Pepperoni
Ingredients :
Gather these ingredients to get started:
For the Rice Balls:
2 cups of cooked rice
4 eggs
Salt and black pepper to taste
Parsley to taste
150 grams of grated mozzarella
1 slice of grated calabrese
3 heaping tablespoons of whole wheat flour
1/2 tablespoon of baking powder
Breadcrumbs for breading
Instructions :
- Let’s dive into the cooking process:
- Prepare the Rice Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, salt, black pepper, 2 eggs, and chopped parsley. Mix well for about a minute.
- Add Cheese and Pepperoni:
- Incorporate the grated mozzarella and calabrese into the rice mixture. Then, add the whole wheat flour followed by the baking powder. Mix until a firm dough forms.
- Form the Rice Balls:
- Take a tablespoon of the dough and shape it into small balls. Optionally, you can flatten the dough in your hands and add mozzarella cubes as stuffing for an extra cheesy surprise.
- Coat and Fry:
- Roll each rice ball in flour, then dip it in beaten eggs, and finally coat it evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Fry Until Golden Brown:
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Carefully place the coated rice balls into the hot oil and fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once fried, transfer the rice balls to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve them hot and crispy with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them as they are.