Bolinhos De Arroz
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly savory, Bolinhos de Arroz—Brazilian rice fritters—are the perfect way to transform leftover rice into a delightful snack or appetizer. Made with a simple yet flavorful mix of cooked white rice, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and fresh parsley, these fritters are bound together with a touch of flour and enhanced by the subtle lift of baking powder. Fried to crunchy perfection, each bite delivers a satisfying combination of textures: crisp on the outside, tender and cheesy on the inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, Bolinhos de Arroz are an easy and delicious way to minimize waste in the kitchen while treating your taste buds. Serve them as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer or alongside your favorite dipping sauce for a comforting snack everyone will love. Perfect for fans of traditional Brazilian recipes and quick comfort food, these rice fritters are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked white rice
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, all-purpose flour, and grated Parmesan cheese.
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk until well blended.
Pour the egg mixture into the rice mixture and stir to combine.
Add the chopped parsley, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until a thick batter forms.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or large saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and float to the surface.
Using two spoons, scoop small portions of the batter and carefully slide them into the hot oil. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook each batch for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the fritters are golden brown and crisp on all sides.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.
Serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. Optionally, pair with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 441.8 g | 566% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.6 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 269.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 3263 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 412 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
