Easy Leftover Rice Fritters (Perfect for Toddlers)
These easy leftover rice fritters are perfect for toddlers and the whole family! These rice patties are cheesy, crunchy and so delicious! Don’t let leftover rice go to waste and make this recipe next time!
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Servings: 15 patties
Calories: 121kcal
Equipment
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Skillet
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 onion small - finely chopped
- 1 tomato small - finely chopped
- 3 eggs
- 4 tbsp corn starch or rice flour, or all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup mozzarella shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese shredded
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup green onions finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together using a fork.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- With a spoon, make small patties of rice.
- Cook until golden brown on the bottom and flip.
- Finish cooking the other side.
- Continue making the patties until the rice is finished.
Notes
- Mix well and use a spoon to add the rice-eggy mixture to the skillet. You won't be able to mold with your hands!
- For toddlers, make mini rice patties with 2 tbsp batter. For adults, you can make larger patties with three or more tbsp batter. The smaller the patty size, the crispier it will be!
- Keep the heat medium-high for crispier patties, and add olive oil as you switch batches.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Easy Leftover Rice Fritters (Perfect for Toddlers)
Amount per Serving
Calories
121
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
37
mg
12
%
Sodium
144
mg
6
%
Potassium
56
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
17
g
6
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
138
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
42
mg
4
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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