ITALIAN RICE BALLS

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Italian Rice Balls image

These Italian rice balls are a great favorite of children & adults alike. Italian cheese blends consists of Mozzarella, Provolone, Parmesan, Romano, Fontina, & Asiago. I have noticed that sometimes the last 2 cheeses are not included. I have adjusted the recipe according to 2Bleu's comments. Thanks for the input...

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2-3/4 lb ground beef
3/4 cup cooked arborio rice
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg, beaten
1/2-1 cup breadcrumbs
canola oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Mix the ground beef & rice together then stir in the cheese, parmesan, & spices.
  • Mix the egg in with the meat mixture to bind it together. With slightly moist fingers, shape the mixture into small balls.
  • Heat a small amount (about 1/4 inch) of oil in a frying pan. Roll the balls in the bread crumbs then fry until golden brown & crisp. Drain on paper towels & serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.6, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 55.9, Sodium 380.3, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 7.5

There are no comments yet!