Best Deep Fried California Roll Rice Balls Recipes

DEEP-FRIED RICE BALLS

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My mother moved in with us about eight years ago and started making this side dish. Now that she is her ninety's, I've taken over the duty of making these unique rice balls. Everyone in our family is thrilled to see them when they are placed on the table.-Elizabeth Blake, Chesapeake, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4-1/2 cups water
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1-3/4 cups seasoned bread crumbs
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, rice, butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cheese, parsley and rice. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Shape 1/2 cupfuls of rice mixture into balls; roll in bread crumbs., In a deep-fat fryer or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry rice balls, a few at a time until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ITALIAN RICE BALLS

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Rice symbolizes prosperity and wealth, so rice balls are good for New Year's and wedding celebrations. I love these tasty little morsels, and they go well with many different kinds of food! I've served them with various meats and seafood, and they're always welcome at my table. :) Prep time includes chilling.

Provided by Julesong

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h40m

Yield 20-24 balls, approx

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 eggs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste (recipe originally called for 1 tsp)
2 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs
2 cups olive oil or 2 cups vegetable oil
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, in cubes (optional)

Steps:

In a bowl whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, basil or parsley (I prefer basil), pepper, and salt; cover and refrigerate.
Pour the chicken broth (or water and a 1/2 teaspoon of salt) into a large saucepan and bring to a boil; stir in the rice, cover and reduce the heat to low.
Cook the rice until liquid is almost absorbed, about 15 to 17 minutes.
Remove from heat and gradually pour in egg mixture, continually stirring rapidly to coat the surface of the rice and prevent the egg from scrambling; allow rice mixture to cool in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Pour bread crumbs into a shallow dish.
Dampen your hands with water and create 1-inch balls from the rice mixture, then coat each one with bread crumbs.
In a small, deep skillet, heat enough oil to cover the rice balls to an adequate frying temperature (350 degrees F) so that a piece of rice from the mixture actively sizzles when dropped in; alternately, a deep fryer may be used.
Fry the rice balls 4 to 6 at a time, turning as needed to ensure even browning.
Drain on paper towels, then serve warm as is or with a bit of marinara sauce.
Another nice touch you can use with these is to put a small cube of mozzarella cheese in the middle of each rice ball!