Spinach Rice Balls Recipe

Name: Spinach Rice Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups basmati rice; 3 tablespoons soy oil; 4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 red onion, finely diced; 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs, plus more for coating; Oil for deep-frying; Cumin Tomato Sauce (see recipe)

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups basmati rice
3 tablespoons soy oil
4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 red onion, finely diced
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 large eggs
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs, plus more for coating
Oil for deep-frying
Cumin Tomato Sauce (see recipe)

1
Prepare the rice according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and saute the garlic until lightly browned.
3
Add the onion and saute until clear.
4
Stir in the spinach, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and Tabasco.
5
Remove from the heat.
6
Add the rice to the spinach mixture and mix well.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Beat 2 of the eggs in a small bowl and add to the spinach mixture.
9
Mix well and set aside to cool.
10
Form the mixture into 24 balls.
11
Beat the remaining egg with 1/4 cup water.
12
Dip each ball into the egg wash and then into the bread crumbs.
13
Pour oil into a saucepan to a depth of 2 inches and heat to about 365 degrees.
14
Fry the spinach balls in batches until golden brown.
15
Drain on paper towels and keep warm in a low oven until all the balls are fried.
16
Serve with Cumin Tomato Sauce.

662

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups basmati rice, 3 tablespoons soy oil, 4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped, 1 red onion, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Spinach Rice Balls falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach Rice Balls

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