Description
Transform your leftovers into delicious crispy rice patties that are easy to make and perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (any type)
- 2 eggs (or flaxseed meal for vegan option)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup diced vegetables (carrots, peas, or bell peppers)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or gluten-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or sesame oil (optional)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Gather your leftover cooked rice. Ensure it’s not too mushy.
- Whisk together the eggs in a medium bowl until slightly frothy.
- Add rice, chopped green onions, diced vegetables, and seasonings to the egg mixture and combine well.
- Shape the mixture into patties about one inch thick.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider baking the patties instead of frying them. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: leftovers, rice, vegetarian, crispy, easy recipes, meal prep
