Bolinho de Arroz (Brazilian Rice Fritters)

Ingredients

• •3 cups cooked white rice, chilled
• •2 eggs
• •1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• •1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• •3 green onions, thinly sliced
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1 clove garlic, minced
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •2 cups for frying vegetable oil

Directions

1. 1Combine rice, eggs, Parmesan, flour, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
2. 2Press and stir the mixture until it holds together when squeezed in your hand.
3. 3Shape heaped tablespoons into small oval fritters.
4. 4Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or saucepan.
5. 5Fry the fritters in batches for 3–4 minutes, turning once, until crisp and golden.
6. 6Drain on a rack and cool slightly before serving or packing.

💡 Cold leftover rice binds better than fresh hot rice because its drier grains absorb the egg without making the batter loose.

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