Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white rice, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method

  • Prepare rice to yield about 2 cups cooked (roughly 2/3 cup dry rice).
  • Once rice has cooked, refrigerate until completely cooled.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together egg, butter, flour, and parmesan to form thick batter.
  • Season mixture with salt, Italian seasoning, black pepper and garlic powder and stir until completely incorporated.
  • Add 2 cups of cooked rice to the mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Heat olive oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat, once oil is hot turn heat down to medium.
  • Form patties with the rice mixture that are approximately 3" in diameter and about 1/2" thick.
  • Place patties in the frying pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes until underside is golden brown.
  • Flip patties and cook opposite side until golden brown - another 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove to a rack or paper towel to drain excess oil.