These fried rice balls are full of flavor and are a wonderful appetizer. Pair with any dipping sauce such as pesto, marinara, or use a meat sauce for a hearty meal. The highlands Italian cheese sprinkle is from the Savory Spice Shop®, but is optional.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Antipasto Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Beat 2 eggs lightly in a large bowl. Stir in rice, Parmesan cheese, butter, cheese sprinkle, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix to combine. Cover and refrigerate mixture for 20 minutes.
- Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (187 degrees C) according to manual's instructions.
- Roll mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Press a mozzarella cube into the center of each ball and reshape.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Beat remaining egg lightly in a second bowl. Dip each rice ball first into egg, then roll in panko mixture. Place rice balls in air fryer basket and spray with cooking spray.
- Cook in the preheated air fryer for 6 minutes. Increase temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and air fry for 3 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 160.8 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 732.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
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