Kittencal'S Ground Beef And Feta Rice Balls Recipe

Name: Kittencal'S Ground Beef And Feta Rice Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef (or use spicy or mild Italian sausages with casings removed); 1 small onion, finely chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped (garlic-lovers use more); 3 cups cooked rice, firmly packed when measuring; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/3 cup melted butter; 2/3 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese; 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional); 2 tablespoons dried parsley (can use 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley); 1/3 cup coarsely crumbled feta cheese (can use more); 1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional add in for more garlic flavor); salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 egg (may need another egg); 1 cup dry breadcrumbs; oil, for deep-frying

Servings: persons

1/2 lb ground beef (or use spicy or mild Italian sausages with casings removed)
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped (garlic-lovers use more)
3 cups cooked rice, firmly packed when measuring
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup melted butter
2/3 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons dried parsley (can use 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley)
1/3 cup coarsely crumbled feta cheese (can use more)
1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional add in for more garlic flavor)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 egg (may need another egg)
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
oil, for deep-frying

1
In a skillet cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until browned; drain fat then transfer to a large bowl, cool slightly.
2
Add in the rice with the next 6 ingredients; using hands mix to combine, then season with salt and pepper and some garlic powder if desired for more garlic flavor.
3
Chill the mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight.
4
Shape into about 1-1/2-inch balls.
5
In a small bowl lightly beat the remaining egg.
6
Place the dry breadcrumbs into another bowl.
7
Dip each rice ball into the egg then coat in the breadcrumb mixture (I would suggest to coat all the balls and place on a plate before starting to fry them).
8
When you have all the balls on the plate flatten down slightly with the palm of your hand this will allow for a quicker and more even browning.
9
Heat oil in a skillet or a deep-fryer to 375 degrees.
10
Fry the balls until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
11
Serve with hot marinara sauce.

1269

kcal

Calories

Fat

168

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb ground beef (or use spicy or mild Italian sausages with casings removed), 1 small onion, finely chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped (garlic-lovers use more), 3 cups cooked rice, firmly packed when measuring, and more.

Yes, Kittencal'S Ground Beef And Feta Rice Balls falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Kittencal'S Ground Beef And Feta Rice Balls

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