Sicilian Rice Balls

Name: Sicilian Rice Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small jar pignoli (pine nuts); 2 c. rice; 3/4 c. olive oil; approximately 3/4 c. plain bread crumbs; 1/4 c. salami, sliced and cut into small pieces; 2 cloves garlic, cut fine; 2 or 3 eggs (according to size); 1/2 c. grated Italian cheese; 3 good-sized onions, sliced fine; parsley, cut small; white pepper and salt to taste

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1054 kcal · General

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Sicilian Rice Balls – a delicious recipe with nuts, rice, olive oil, bread crumbs, salami, garlic. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 small jar pignoli (pine nuts)
2 c. rice
3/4 c. olive oil
approximately 3/4 c. plain bread crumbs
1/4 c. salami, sliced and cut into small pieces
2 cloves garlic, cut fine
2 or 3 eggs (according to size)
1/2 c. grated Italian cheese
3 good-sized onions, sliced fine
parsley, cut small
white pepper and salt to taste

1
Cook rice to tender.
2
Drain and put aside.
3
Fry onions to light brown.
4
Add salami, then bread crumbs to absorb oil.
5
When cool, mix all ingredients, including eggs, pine nuts and cheese, etc.
6
Shape into meatball size or smaller.
7
Fill dish with bread crumbs and roll balls to cover.
8
Fry in deep oil or fry in pan to golden brown.
9
Drain.

1054

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small jar pignoli (pine nuts), 2 c. rice, 3/4 c. olive oil, approximately 3/4 c. plain bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Rice Balls falls under the General 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1054 kcal
Category
General

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