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Fried Rice Balls

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These fried rice balls are a delicious appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of cheesy broccoli rice with a crispy breadcrumb coating.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ¾ cup finely diced yellow onions
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
  • 2 cups broccoli, fresh or frozen
  • 2 ¼ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¾ teaspoon EACH: Dried oregano, basil, parsley

Breading:

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable or canola oil, for frying (approximately 40 oz.)

Instructions

  1. Cook Rice Mixture: In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic. Add chicken broth, bouillon cube, rice, broccoli, and seasonings. Cook until rice is tender.
  2. Add Cheese: Stir in cheddar, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard until melted and combined.
  3. Shape Balls: Allow mixture to cool, then form into balls.
  4. Bread and Fry: Coat balls in flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Fry until golden brown.

Notes

  • You can customize the filling by adding other vegetables or proteins.
  • For a healthier version, you can bake the rice balls instead of frying them.

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