Fried Stuffed Rice Balls

Fried Stuffed Rice Balls
Fried Stuffed Rice Balls might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. This recipe covers 16% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains approximately 12g of protein, 48g of fat, and a total of 644 calories. A mixture of bread crumbs, eggs, vegetable oil, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 30 minutes.

Instructions

1
Roll chilled risotto into 12 (1 1/2-inch) balls using wet hands. Poke a small hole in center of each ball and insert a cube of cheese, then re-form into a ball.
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Put flour, eggs, and bread crumbs in 3 separate bowls. Dredge 1 risotto ball in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in egg, letting excess drip off, then dredge in bread crumbs and transfer to a sheet of wax paper. Repeat with remaining balls.
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3
Heat 1 1/2 to 2 inches oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot until thermometer registers 360°F. Working in batches of 4, lower rice balls into oil with a slotted spoon and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per batch.
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4
Transfer with slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Return oil to 360°F between batches. 3
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Let balls stand 2 minutes (for cheese to melt).
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DifficultyNormal
Ready In30 m.
Servings4
Health Score8
Dish TypesSide Dish
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