Amazing Rice Ball Recipe for Delicious Comfort Food Bliss
Indulge in these delightful rice balls that are crispy on the outside and bursting with savory fillings. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. With simple ingredients and easy steps, these rice balls will become a cherished comfort food staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 1.5 cups filtered water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup filling of choice (cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, cheese)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Combine with water and salt in a pot, bring to boil, then simmer on low for 20 minutes until absorbed. Let sit for 10 minutes off heat.
- 2. Prepare Filling: While rice cooks, prepare your filling by cooking or sautéing ingredients as needed.
- 3. Shape Rice Balls: Once cooled slightly, wet hands and take ¼ cup rice to flatten in your palm. Place a tablespoon of filling in the center, mold rice around it into a ball shape.
- 4. Coat with Panko: Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- 5. Fry or Bake: Heat oil to 350°F for frying (3-4 minutes per side) or bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- 6. Serve Hot: Enjoy with soy sauce or sweet chili sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rice ball (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg