RICE CROQUETTES RECIPE RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Rice Croquettes Recipe Recipe - (4.6/5) image

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Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2-1/4 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
Canola oil
Additional fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

Directions In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add rice; saute 3 minutes. Stir in broth and parsley; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes. Stir in egg, cheese, basil and pepper. Moisten hands with water and shape 1/4 cupfuls into logs. Roll in crumbs. In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 365°. Fry croquettes, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes or until crisp and golden, turning often. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Yield: 16 croquettes.