Rice Fritta

Crispy, golden, and bursting with cheesy goodness, Rice Fritta is the ultimate comfort food snack or appetizer that will delight your taste buds. This easy-to-make recipe transforms humble cooked rice into irresistibly crunchy fritters, enriched with the creamy blend of parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Infused with fresh parsley and a hint of garlic powder, these rice patties are lightly coated in bread crumbs for a perfectly crisp texture. Pan-fried to perfection in olive oil, their savory flavor pairs beautifully with a zesty dipping sauce or a fresh side salad. Ready in just 35 minutes, Rice Fritta is a crowd-pleasing, budget-friendly dish that’s perfect for using up leftover rice. Satisfy your cravings with this quick and cheesy recipe that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cups mozzarella cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 0.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cups bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cups olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and fresh parsley.

Step 2

Crack in the eggs and mix thoroughly until the mixture is well-combined.

Step 3

Add the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Using your hands, shape the rice mixture into small patties or balls, about 2 inches in diameter.

Step 5

Place the bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Roll each patty in the bread crumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Place the rice fritters in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry each fritter for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	804.8 grams (804.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2068

Total Fat 98.60g	126%
Saturated Fat 29.00g	145%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.70g
Cholesterol 453mg	151%
Sodium 2844mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 218.60g	79%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 10.30g
Protein 70.80g	142%

Vitamin D 91IU	455%
Calcium 1161mg	89%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 685mg	15%

*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: 43.4%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 42.8%