Savoury Rice Balls

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 19
Savoury Rice Balls recipe perfect for snack time
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup uncooked white rice
2 eggs
1 tablespoon finely chopped sun-dried tomato
1 tablespoon finely chopped black olives
1/3 cup grated tasty cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs
olive oil , to shallow fry

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
95
Sugar
1g
Fat
3g
Savoury Rice Balls, or Arancini, are an Italian snack that is easy to make and is a fun way to spice up your regular rice. The balls are a crispy golden brown on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, offering an unforgettable taste experience with every bite. These rice balls make for a perfect appetizer or snack, and are a great way to introduce your family and friends to the delicious flavors of Italy.

Instructions

1.Cook rice according to package instructions and let it cool down.
2.In a bowl, whisk the eggs and add sun-dried tomato, black olives, cheese, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix everything well.
3.Add the cooled rice to the egg mixture and mix well.
4.Take a portion of the mixture about the size of a golf ball and shape it into a ball.
5.Roll the ball in bread crumbs until evenly coated, and then slightly flatten it.
6.Heat olive oil in a frying pan and gently place the rice balls. Flip them and cook until golden brown and crunchy.
7.Remove from the pan and drain excess oil on a towel.
8.Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

PROS

Savoury Rice Balls are a perfect snack for any time of the day! Quick and easy to make, they can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
These balls are gluten-free and vegetarian friendly.
The herbs and spices add extra flavour to the rice.
You can even make variations with different fillings.

CONS

These balls are fried which increases the calorie count.
The recipe calls for the purchased sun dried tomato which may have preservatives.
An individual who is allergic to rice should avoid it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice balls are a good source of energy and carbohydrates. Rice is also a great source of vitamins and minerals like thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, and manganese. Parsley is loaded with antioxidants and vitamin C which help in fighting inflammation. Black olives and sun-dried tomatoes are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants which can help in preventing chronic diseases.

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