SUN-DRIED TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND BASIL RICE BALLS
This is a flavourful alternative to plain rice and makes a meal much more interesting. Serves 2 as a main or 4 as a side dish.
Provided by Shuzbud
Categories Rice
Time 55m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pour the stock into a large saucepan. Bring to the boil. Add the rice, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Meanwhile, finely chop the basil leaves. Finely dice the yellow pepper. Peel and finely dice the onion. Set aside, keeping the basil separate from the onion and pepper.
- When the rice is done, uncover it and put the whole pan in a sink of cold water to cool the rice.
- While the rice cools, put the olive oil and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add the yellow pepper and garlic. Cook around 5 minutes, until soft.
- Add the passata to the skillet with the onion and pepper. Turn the heat to low. Give the passata mixture a chance to simmer and thicken slightly.
- While it simmers, make the rice balls- add the cheese, egg yolk, flour, tomato paste, basil leaves and sundried tomatoes to the cooled rice. Stir it together well.
- Shape the rice mixture into about 16 balls and place them on top of the sauce. Allow to simmer for 20 minutes, until the rice balls are cooked through.
- Serve hot, sprinkled with parmesan cheese if desired.
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Jalal Kakar
[email protected]These were really easy to make and they turned out great! I'll definitely be making these again.
Nana Ama Otoo
[email protected]These were a bit too oily for my taste, but they were still really good. I'll definitely be making them again.
DPED 18 Omar faruq
[email protected]I thought these were really good, but they were a bit too salty for me. I think I'll use less salt next time.
Cheyan Wright
[email protected]These were amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making these again.
Linda Davis
[email protected]I thought these were just okay. They were a bit bland and I didn't think the flavors really came together.
MD Hridoy Ahmed
[email protected]These were really easy to make and they were a big hit with my family. I'll definitely be making them again.
Kimmy Lewis
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my rice balls turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked the rice.
Umer Sultan
[email protected]These were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were so delicious and everyone at my party loved them.
James De Prnice
[email protected]I loved the flavor of these rice balls, but they were a bit too oily for me. I think I'll try baking them next time.
Ali Javied
[email protected]These were really good! I especially liked the crispy coating. I'll definitely be making these again.
Mark George
[email protected]I thought these were just okay. They were easy to make, but I didn't think they were anything special.
odd Falcon
[email protected]These were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked them more if I had added some more spices.
Sunsiarae Swatzel
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of rice balls, but these were really good. The sun-dried tomatoes and mozzarella added a lot of flavor.
Gaironesa Williams
[email protected]These were so easy to make and they turned out great! I used fresh basil from my garden and it really made a difference.
Jazzy Bhatti
[email protected]I've made these rice balls several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for a party or potluck.
Geoffrey Minnies
[email protected]These rice balls were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.