Knishes With Rice Filling

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 5
Delicious Knishes With Rice Filling
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups cooked white rice ( cold )
1/2 cup white raisins
1/2 cup green onions ( minced ) or 1/2 cup white onion ( minced )
2 eggs ( beaten )
4 tablespoons schmaltz ( chicken fat )
1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley ( finely chopped )
1 tablespoon peanut oil ( may substitute vegetable oil )
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Splenda sugar substitute ( to taste ) or 1 tablespoon granulated sugar ( to taste )
1 teaspoon white pepper ( may substitute black pepper )
egg roll wrap

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
240
Sugar
4g
Fat
12g
Indulge your taste buds with this mouthwatering snack, knishes with rice filling. This dish is the perfect combination of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The rice filling is flavored with sweet white raisins and savory green onions, providing a burst of flavor with each bite. The use of peanut oil instead of vegetable oil makes it a great option for those wanting to make healthy food choices. This recipe is versatile, as it can be adjusted to include different types of fillings or even add more spice if desired.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine the cold cooked rice, white raisins, minced green onions, beaten eggs, schmaltz, finely chopped parsley, peanut oil, salt, sugar substitute or granulated sugar and white pepper. Mix well.
3.Lay an egg roll wrap on a clean surface.
4.Place 2 tablespoons of the rice mixture on the center of the wrap.
5.Lift one of the longer sides of the wrap and wrap it around the filling, then smooth it down.
6.Do the same with the other longer side of the wrap.
7.Turn the wrap so one of the shorter sides is facing you and slightly overlaps the filling.
8.Roll the knish away from you and tuck in the sides as you go until you reach the end. Do not roll too tightly.
9.Repeat with the remaining rolls and filling.
10.Place the knishes seam side down on a baking sheet.
11.Brush with egg wash (1 beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water).
12.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Easy to make and a great snack option.
This recipe can be adjusted to add any preferred fillings.
The use of peanut oil is a healthier alternative to most vegetable oils.

CONS

The recipe may require a lot of preparation time if the rice is not already cooked and cooled.
The use of schmaltz may not be popular with those who follow a kosher or halal diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of white raisins adds sweetness without the use of refined sugar. The addition of green onions provides essential vitamins and minerals including vitamin C and calcium. The use of peanut oil instead of other oils may lower the risk of heart disease.

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