Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Cheese-Filled Rice Croquettes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These crispy and golden-brown croquettes burst with a creamy, melted cheese center, perfectly complemented by the savory rice and aromatic herbs. Embark on a gastronomic adventure as we present three irresistible variations of this classic dish: the Classic Cheese-Filled Rice Croquettes, the Spicy Chorizo and Cheese Croquettes, and the Spinach and Goat Cheese Croquettes. Each recipe offers a unique twist, catering to diverse palates and preferences. Prepare to elevate your dining experience with these exceptional croquettes, perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
RICE CROQUETTES
As a newlywed, I used to agonize over meal preparation. Now I enjoy trying new recipes, and some - like this tasty side dish - turn out to be very popular with my family. These croquettes are crisp and golden and add some fun to a simple dinner like roast chicken and salad. -Lucia Edwards, Cotati, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 16 croquettes.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add rice; saute 3 minutes. Stir in broth and parsley; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes. , Stir in egg, cheese, basil and pepper. Moisten hands with water and shape 1/4 cupfuls into logs. Roll in crumbs. , In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 365°. Fry croquettes, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes or until crisp and golden, turning often. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
RICE CROQUETTES
A fun way to use leftover rice, Paula Deen's rice croqueettes recipe these get their zing from lemons and their richness from parmesan and are super delicious!
Provided by Paula Deen
Categories comfort food Country Cooking Family Supper southern
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, toss the rice with salt, black pepper, Paula Deen House seasoning, parmesan spring onions and the zest and juice of 1 lemon. Beat eggs, then add to mixture and stir to combine.
- Shape the rice mixture into patties and coat with bread crumbs.
- Heat the oil in a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Oil should be hot, but not smoking. Fry the croquettes over medium-high heat until nice and golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
CHEESE FILLED RICE CROQUETTES
Posted by request. I serve these as an antipasto and they're also great as a snack. There may appear to be a number of steps to follow but they really are quite easy to make. Can be made gluten free.
Provided by SandraMK
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter.
- Add onion and cook on medium heat until softened.
- Add rice and stir to coat with butter.
- Add 4 cups of stock and cook, stirring until the stock has almost absorbed.
- Continue to add broth gradually and cook, stirring until rice is tender but still firm and the liquied has formed a thick sauce.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir parmesan cheese and eggs into hot rice.
- Season with pepper.
- Spread rice onto a baking tray and allow to cool.
- Divide rice into 18 portions.
- Flatten one portion into the palm of your hand and place one cube of mozzarella in centre.
- Draw edges together to enclose cheese and form into a ball.
- Continue with remainder.
- Roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in saucepan and when hot add croquettes in batches and turn occasionally until golden brown- approx 4 minutes.
- Ensure the pot is not overcrowded.
- Serve hot with your favourite tomato sauce.
HAM AND CHEESE CROQUETTES
Provided by Claire Robinson
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 8 (2-inch) croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the potatoes, 1/4 cup flour, cheese, and ham with a large rubber spatula until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste and divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Rub your hands with a small amount of flour and form the portions into small flat disks about 1/2-inch thick. Use just enough flour to keep the potatoes from sticking to your hands, but do not coat them completely.
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Shallow-fry the croquettes, turning once, until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-towel lined plate. Let the croquettes cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Cook's Note: This recipe doubles easily if you have enough leftover potatoes.
RICOTTA, MOZZARELLA & PARMESAN RICE CROQUETTES
What happens when you combine cheese with rice, egg, flour and seasonings? It transforms into these crisp Ricotta, Mozzarella & Parmesan Rice Croquettes.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 30m
Yield 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients except oil; let stand 5 min.
- Heat oil in large saucepan on medium-high heat. Add rounded tablespoonfuls of rice mixture, in batches; cook on all sides until browned. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 95 mg, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 3 g
RISOTTO CROQUETTES: ARANCINI DI RISO
Provided by Food Network
Time 14h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat, add the onion and celery and saute until tender and soft. Stir in the rice and season with salt and pepper and continue to cook for 1 minute. Add wine and stir until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 1 minute. Add a ladleful of the hot broth and cook, stirring, until it has been absorbed. Continue adding the broth, a ladle at the time, and stirring until each addition has been absorbed. This will take about 20 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Allow to cool and then put in the refrigerator, covered, overnight.
- Separate 1 egg and reserve the yolk.
- In a big mixing bowl, add the cold risotto, egg yolk, remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan, ham, mozzarella cheese, and parsley. Stir well, using a wooden spoon, until all the ingredients are well mixed.
- Whisk two eggs in a medium bowl.
- Place the flour in a plate or small bowl and the bread crumbs in a separate plate or small bowl.
- Roll, roll, roll your risotto into balls.
- One-by-one, gently roll each ball into the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and then roll it into the breadcrumbs. By doing this you will create a nice crust on the outside of the croquettes, it will help maintain its round shape while cooking, but it will also keep the warmth inside for a while after they are cooked.
- Heat up about 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil in a high-sided skillet.
- When the oil is hot, start frying the croquettes. Try to remember the order in which you put them into the pan, the first one into the hot oil should be the first one to be turned over, and then the first one to come out. Keep it in mind as you cook!
- The process is fairly quick, turn the croquettes a few times to make sure they are evenly cooked, and do not worry if some mozzarella cheese spills out. When it happens, if it happens, there is nothing you can do about it, and the dish won't be affected in any way.
- Remove the risotto balls to paper towel-lined plates.
CHEESE-FILLED RISOTTO CROQUETTES WITH TOMATO SAUCE
From Cooking at Home by The Culinary Institute of America: "Known as arancini, or "little oranges," in Italian, these little balls, with their surprise melted cheese filling, are an excellent way to turn leftover risotto into a delectable hors d'oeuvre. They're so good, you might be inspired to make a batch of risotto just to enjoy in this form."
Provided by SweetPeaNC
Categories Rice
Time P1DT30m
Yield 16 croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the risotto with the Parmesan, cream, herbs, and egg yolk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut the cheese into 16 cubes. Scoop up about 3 Tbsp of the risotto mixture and pack it around a cube of cheese to make a croquette, a ball the size of a Ping-Pong ball. Repeat to form 16 croquettes.
- Put the flour, egg wash, and bread crumbs in 3 separate bowls. Dredge the croquettes in the flour, dip in the egg wash, and roll in the bread crumbs. Chill thoroughly, 2-24 hours.
- Pour oil into a tall pot to a depth of 5 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it registers 375°F on a deep-frying thermometer. Deep-fry the croquettes in batches, without crowding, until they are evenly browned, 4-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer to paper towels to drain briefly. Serve on a pool of warmed tomato sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.3, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 23.9, Sodium 279.8, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 4.8
ITALIAN RICE CROQUETTES
Another from a recipe card library of long ago, crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, what more could you ask for. Use Italian rice for best results or at the very least a medium-grain rice. Anything less will compromise the taste and texture of the croquettes.
Provided by Julie Bs Hive
Categories Medium Grain Rice
Time 40m
Yield 12-16 croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soften onion in the heated butter. Add rice. Sauté until glazed. Stir in parsley and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in eggs, cheese, basil and black pepper. Mixture will be very moist.
- Shape into 12 - 16 croquettes, depending on desired size, and roll in bread crumbs. Fry in 1/4 - 1/2 cup olive oil until golden and crisp. Drain. Garnish with parsley.
- NOTE: I use a deep fryer and canola oil. Personal preference.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.6, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 25.1, Sodium 198.8, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 3.8
CHEESE-FILLED RISOTTO CROQUETTES WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Categories Cheese Rice Tomato Fry Cocktail Party Oscars Mother's Day Dinner Lunch Poker/Game Night Engagement Party Potluck Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the risotto with the Parmesan, cream, herbs, and egg yolk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut the cheese into 16 cubes. Scoop up about 3 Tbsp of the risotto mixture and pack it around a cube of cheese to make a croquette, a ball the size of a Ping-Pong ball. Repeat to form 16 croquettes.
- Put the flour, egg wash, and bread crumbs in 3 separate bowls. Dredge the croquettes in the flour, dip in the egg wash, and roll in the bread crumbs. Chill thoroughly, 2-24 hours.
- Pour oil into a tall pot to a depth of 5 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it registers 375°F on a deep-frying thermometer. Deep-fry the croquettes in batches, without crowding, until they are evenly browned, 4-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer to paper towels to drain briefly. Serve on a pool of warmed tomato sauce.
RICE CROQUETTES
Make and share this Rice Croquettes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Debster
Categories Rice
Time 2m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl combine the rice, flour, and butter.
- Stir in the eggs, cheese, Cayenne, and salt.
- Shape into balls and roll in bread crumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown-about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 123.3, Sodium 114.2, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.3, Protein 8.8
Tips:
- Use a good quality rice that is not too sticky, such as Arborio or Carnaroli.
- Make sure the rice is cooked al dente, otherwise the croquettes will be too soft.
- Allow the rice to cool completely before adding the other ingredients, otherwise the croquettes will not hold together.
- Use a variety of cheeses to create different flavors, such as Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, or Gruyère.
- Be careful not to overfill the croquettes, otherwise they will burst during frying.
- Fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the croquettes with a dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, pesto, or tzatziki.
Conclusion:
Cheese-filled rice croquettes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of this classic dish.
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