Mexican Rice Balls – Leftover Rice

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 16

Crispy Mexican rice balls packed with flavor

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 cups cooked rice ( Mexican Saffron Rojo Rice )
	2 large eggs , lightly beaten
	1/2 cup frozen peas , thawed
	1/2 lb mozzarella cheese , cut into 16 cubes
	oil , for frying
	flour , for coating
	3 eggs , lightly beaten for dipping
	seasoned breadcrumbs , for coating

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

254

Sugar

Fat

13g

Mexican Rice Balls are a delicious appetizer that is perfect for a party or snack time. Made with leftover Mexican Saffron Rojo Rice, these crispy balls are packed with flavor and a surprise burst of gooey melted mozzarella cheese in the center. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice from the previous night's dinner and make something new with it. The combination of rice, eggs, and peas, gives these balls a great texture and flavor that everyone will love. Deep-fried until crispy and golden brown, these balls are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve them with your favorite dip or sauce and enjoy!

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, lightly beaten eggs, and thawed peas.
2.	Take a golf ball sized portion of the mixture and flatten it. Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center and form the rice mixture around it to create a ball.
3.	Roll the ball in flour, then dip it in the lightly beaten eggs, and roll in seasoned breadcrumbs to coat.
4.	Heat oil in a deep skillet until hot. Fry the rice balls until golden brown and crispy.
5.	Drain excess oil from the balls on paper towels. Serve hot.

PROS

These rice balls are a great way to use up leftover rice and are packed with flavor.

They make a great party appetizer or snack.

CONS

Fried food is high in calories and fat, which should be consumed in moderation.

Also, mozzarella cheese can be high in sodium content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains peas, which are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin K, vitamin C, and folate. They are also high in fiber and low in calories, making them a great food for weight management. The rice in this recipe provides carbohydrates, which provide energy to the body and fuel for the brain. Cheese is also a good source of calcium and protein, which are essential for bone health and muscle growth. However, moderation is key due to the high fat and salt content.