Rice Balls with Cheese & Pepperoni

Rice Balls with Cheese & Pepperoni

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked white rice, cooled
• 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped pepperoni slices
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying
• Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, grated mozzarella cheese, chopped pepperoni slices, and grated Parmesan cheese.
2. Add the beaten egg and mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
3. Take a portion of the rice mixture and shape it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball.
4. Roll the rice ball in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the rice balls in batches until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
6. Serve the rice balls warm with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.