Crispy Rice Ball Bites
Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, these bite-sized rice balls are a Chinese favorite. Perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup cooking ricepreferably day-old rice
- ●1/2 cup crispy rice cereal
- ●1/4 cup breadingsuch as panko or cornstarch
- ●1 tablespoon toasted sesame oilor regular sesame oil
- ●1/4 cup scallionsthinly sliced
Instructions
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1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, crispy rice cereal, and breading. Mix well.
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2. Add toasted sesame oil, salt, and scallions to the rice mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
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3. Use your hands to shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
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4. Heat about 2-3 inches of oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
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5. Fry the rice balls in batches until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
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6. Remove the fried rice balls from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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7. Serve the crispy rice balls hot and enjoy!