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Fried Rice Balls

Crispy golden rice balls with a creamy dipping sauce, perfect as a snack or appetizer. Ready in about 20 minutes using leftover rice.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
5g
Fried Rice Balls
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix 2 cups cooked rice, 1 beaten egg, and 0.5 cup breadcrumbs until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Shape the mixture into 8 balls, pressing firmly so they hold together.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 0.5 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry the rice balls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy all over, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    In a small bowl, stir together 0.25 cup mayonnaise and 1 tbsp lemon juice to make the dipping sauce.

  5. Step 5

    Serve the hot rice balls with the sauce on the side for dipping.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • small bowl

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