How to Make Rice Patties - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rice patties are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or even a main course. These little patties are made with cooked rice, mixed with a variety of flavorful ingredients, and then pan-fried until crispy and golden brown. They are a great way to use up leftover rice and can be customized with different herbs, spices, and vegetables to suit your taste preferences.

One of the best things about rice patties is their versatility. They can be enjoyed on...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • ½ small onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 pinch onion powder, or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 small patties

  • Mix together cooked rice, onion, Cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, parsley, and onion powder by hand in a large bowl until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • From rice mixture into 4 small patties.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry patties in hot oil until lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    134 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 67mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 61mg

    Categories

    Fried rice recipes