FRIED RED BEANS AND RICE FRITTERS
I recently came across a recipe similar to this in a magazine and couldn't resist changing it up to suit my taste. The panko bread crumbs give them a crisp crunch on the outside but when you take a bite...the surprise inside is creamy red beans and rice. I entered them in the rice cooking contest at the 2011 Texas Rice Festival...
Provided by Melissa Dommert
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- 1. Mix together red beans, cooked rice, green onions, ham, 4 tablespoons bread crumbs, eggs, black pepper and cajun seasoning to form a tight mixture.
- 2. Form mixture into small hushpuppy size balls, pressing FIRMLY together to hold their shape. Chill for an hour or so or even overnight.
- 3. Whisk milk and remaining egg to make an egg wash.
- 4. Gently roll balls first in flour, then coat with egg wash and roll in remaining 1 cup bread crumbs to which cajun seasoning has been added.
- 5. Heat vegetable oil to 360-375 degrees and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt and serve with Cajun Dipping Sauce (prepared tartar sauce or Ranch dressing could also be used).
- 6. For Cajun Dipping Sauce: Combine all ingredients and refrigerate until serving time.
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