Crispy Rice Balls with Marinara & Creamy Sauce

Crispy Rice Balls with Marinara & Creamy Sauce are a delicious treat that everyone will love! These little bites of goodness are perfect for snacking or serving at parties. With a crispy outside and cheesy inside, they are a delightful combination that will leave you coming back for more.

Why Make This Recipe

Crispy Rice Ball Many times if there is left over rice at home, we make different dishes out of it. You can make them in 5 minutes flat. They go perfectly with marinara sauce and some creamy dip, perfect for kids big or small.

How to Make Crispy Rice Balls

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan Cheese, grated
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Breadcrumbs for coating
• Oil for frying
• 1 (15 oz) jar marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

1. In a bowl combine cooked rice, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese egg parsley garlic salt and pepper. Mix well.
2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
3. Roll each rice ball in breadcrumbs and dredge.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook the rice balls for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden. Drain on paper towels.
5. Place fried rice balls on a plate and salsa along with mayonnaise, sour cream sauce prepared using parsley leaves chopped fine garlic salt pepper to be served together.