Fried Rice Cakes Recipe
These crispy rice patties are a delicious way to transform leftover rice into a tasty and satisfying snack.
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Calories: 460kcal
Servings: 5
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Large frying pan (nonstick or cast iron)
- Spatula
- Measuring cup or large spoon
- Box grater
- Paper Towels
- Plate or pan
- Warm oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover white rice preferably long-grain or Carolina Gold
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup finely chopped zucchini
- 3 tablespoons chopped mint
- â…“ cup green onion chopped
- 1 cup sharp white Cheddar grated on the large hole of a box grater
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently mix leftover rice, beaten eggs, zucchini, mint, green onion, Cheddar, salt, and pepper.
- Heat butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until foaming.
- Scoop the rice mixture into the pan using a large spoon or measuring cup.
- Press down with a spatula to form a patty.
- Cook patties for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp on the bottom.
- Gently flip and cook for another 3 minutes until golden.
- Keep patties warm on a paper-towel-covered plate or in a warm oven.
- Repeat with remaining rice mixture, adding more butter as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 380mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g