Calas (Fried Rice Balls)

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3
Crunchy and delicious Calas (Fried Rice Balls) recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups cooked rice
2 eggs
1 pinch nutmeg
cooking oil
powdered sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
350
Sugar
12g
Fat
10g
Calas originated from West Africa and was brought to Louisiana, USA, during the 18th century by slaves. The fried rice ball snack is an ideal alternative to regular rice dishes and can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Calas is a somewhat healthy snack as it promotes healthy blood circulation. The snack is both crunchy and sweet, which leaves you wanting more. The preparation of Calas is straightforward and easy, and anyone can make the snack with available ingredients from the grocery store.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2.Stir the dry mixture thoroughly.
3.Add vanilla, cooked rice, eggs, and nutmeg in the mixture.
4.Stir the mixture again until everything is well combined.
5.In a deep pan, heat the cooking oil at medium-high.
6.Scoop the rice mixture into the oil, one spoon at a time.
7.Fry the rice balls until golden brown and cooked inside.
8.Drain the rice balls on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
9.Dust the rice balls with powdered sugar while still hot.
10.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Calas is an easy-to-make snack that is perfect for people who love crunchy bites.

The snack is gluten-free, and the ingredients can be easily sourced in most grocery stores.

CONS

Calas is fried, which makes it high in calories, and consumption should be limited.

The snack can be too sweet for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Calas snack, although not the healthiest snack, is rich in iron, calcium and a variety of vitamins, which help maintain healthy blood circulation.
The nutmeg spice present in the snack is known to help treat digestion issues like diarrhoea, constipation and bloating.

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