Description
Crispy Rice Dumplings are a delightful fusion of crunch and savory goodness, making them the perfect addition to any meal or gathering. With a golden, crispy exterior and a flavorful filling, these dumplings promise to please everyone at the table. Whether served as an appetizer or a main dish, they offer a satisfying bite that keeps you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups short-grain rice
- 1 lb ground pork or chicken
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by mixing ground meat, scallions, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a large bowl.
- Rinse short-grain rice under cold water until clear and cook according to package instructions until tender yet slightly sticky.
- Once the rice cools slightly, fold it into the meat mixture gently to maintain texture.
- Shape small portions into balls or patties (about two inches wide).
- Coat each dumpling in panko breadcrumbs thoroughly.
- Fry in heated cooking oil over medium-high heat until golden brown and crispy on all sides (about three minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg