Bolinho de Arroz

Name: Bolinho de Arroz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked white rice; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 cup vegetable oil

Golden fried rice fritters crisp on the outside with a tender, cheesy savory center.

30 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

BrazilianAppetizerStovetopVegetarianNut-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumPork-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups cooked white rice
2 eggs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups cooked white rice, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2

Stir in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1 tsp baking powder until a thick batter forms.
3

Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
4

Drop spoonfuls of the rice mixture into the hot oil in batches and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
5

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.

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Questions

How do I know when Bolinho de Arroz is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until a thick batter forms. Step 4: cook until golden brown.

What can I use instead of Parmesan in Bolinho de Arroz?

The entry for Bolinho de Arroz calls for 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated. In its place: Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano, measure for measure. For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast at half the volume.

Can I make Bolinho de Arroz gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Bolinho de Arroz is 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Bolinho de Arroz vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated and 2 eggs. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan appetizer collection.

Does Bolinho de Arroz contain eggs?

Yes: 2 eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Serve it with

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