Bolinhos De Arroz

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly savory, Bolinhos de Arroz—Brazilian rice fritters—are the perfect way to transform leftover rice into a delightful snack or appetizer. Made with a simple yet flavorful mix of cooked white rice, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and fresh parsley, these fritters are bound together with a touch of flour and enhanced by the subtle lift of baking powder. Fried to crunchy perfection, each bite delivers a satisfying combination of textures: crisp on the outside, tender and cheesy on the inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, Bolinhos de Arroz are an easy and delicious way to minimize waste in the kitchen while treating your taste buds. Serve them as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer or alongside your favorite dipping sauce for a comforting snack everyone will love. Perfect for fans of traditional Brazilian recipes and quick comfort food, these rice fritters are a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked white rice
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, all-purpose flour, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 2

In a separate smaller bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk until well blended.

Step 3

Pour the egg mixture into the rice mixture and stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the chopped parsley, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until a thick batter forms.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or large saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and float to the surface.

Step 6

Using two spoons, scoop small portions of the batter and carefully slide them into the hot oil. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 7

Cook each batch for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the fritters are golden brown and crisp on all sides.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.

Step 9

Serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. Optionally, pair with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1019.3 grams (1019.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4551

Total Fat 441.80g	566%
Saturated Fat 71.60g	358%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.10g
Cholesterol 415mg	138%
Sodium 3263mg	142%
Total Carbohydrate 142.20g	52%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 2.20g
Protein 44.70g	89%

Vitamin D 95IU	475%
Calcium 587mg	45%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 412mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.2%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 12.0%