Easy Breakfast Rice Ball Recipe

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Tripti Bhalotia (@triptibhalotia)

This rice ball recipe is a simple and delicious breakfast option that combines the goodness of rice, potatoes, and flavorful spices. It's perfect for a quick and healthy snack or a light meal. The process involves making a rice paste, cooking it, steaming the balls, and finally frying them with aromatic spices. The result is a tasty dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. This recipe is inspired by Indian flavors and is sure to...

Easy Breakfast Rice Ball Recipe recipe

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Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
50min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1-2 rice balls)

Making Rice Paste

  • Raw Rice
    Raw Rice
    1cup
  • Potato
    Potato
    1
  • Green Chilli
    Green Chilli
    2
  • Water
    Water
    1/4cup

Cooking Rice Paste

  • Refined Oil
    Refined Oil
    1tbsp
  • Cumin
    Cumin
    1tsp
  • Water
    Water
    2 1/2cup
  • Salt as per taste
    Salt as per taste

Steaming of Balls

  • glass Water
    glass Water
    2

Cooking/Frying of Balls

  • Refined Oil
    Refined Oil
    2tbsp
  • Mustard Seeds
    Mustard Seeds
    1/2tsp
  • Curry leaf
    Curry leaf
    8sprigs
  • Red Chilli flakes
    Red Chilli flakes
    1tsp
  • Sambar masala
    Sambar masala
    1tsp
  • packet Maggie Masala
    packet Maggie Masala
    2
  • White Sesame seeds
    White Sesame seeds
    1tbsp
  • Coriander
    Coriander
    1tbsp
  • Lemon juice
    Lemon juice
    1

How to make Easy Breakfast Rice Ball Recipe

Making Rice Paste

  1. Step 1

    Take 1 cup of raw rice and soak it in water for a few hours. Peel and chop the potato into small pieces.

  2. Step 2

    Grind the soaked rice, potato, green chilies, and 1/4 cup of water into a smooth paste.

Cooking Rice Paste

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2.5 cups of water in a pan. Once the water gets hot, add salt, 1 tbsp of refined oil, and 1 tsp of cumin.

  2. Step 2

    Bring the water to a boil, then add the rice paste and stir continuously to avoid lumps.

  3. Step 3

    Cook until the mixture thickens, then turn off the heat and cover the pan. Let it cool down completely.

Steaming of Balls

  1. Step 1

    Grease your hands and shape the cooled rice mixture into small balls.

  2. Step 2

    Place the balls on a greased plate and steam them on medium flame for 10 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Allow the steamed balls to cool before proceeding to the next step.

Cooking/Frying of Balls

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp of refined oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

  2. Step 2

    Add curry leaves, red chili flakes, sambar masala or Maggie masala, and white sesame seeds. Stir well.

  3. Step 3

    Add the steamed rice balls to the pan and gently mix them with the spices until evenly coated.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle chopped coriander and drizzle lemon juice over the rice balls. Serve hot.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

255.0kcal (12.75%)

Protein

3.8g (7.5%)

Carbs

21.3g (7.73%)

Sugars

0.3g (0.5%)

Healthy Fat

15.1g

Unhealthy Fat

3.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the rice paste is smooth to avoid lumps while cooking.

  2. Grease your hands well before shaping the rice balls to prevent sticking.

  3. You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chilies or chili flakes.

  4. Serve the rice balls with a side of chutney or sauce for added flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use leftover rice for this recipe?

    No, this recipe requires raw rice to make the paste. Leftover cooked rice won't work for this preparation.

  2. Can I skip the steaming step?

    Steaming helps the rice balls hold their shape and enhances their texture. Skipping this step might result in the balls breaking apart during frying.

  3. What can I use instead of Maggie Masala?

    You can use any spice mix like garam masala or curry powder as a substitute for Maggie Masala.

  4. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the rice balls and store them in the refrigerator. Fry them with spices just before serving.

  5. Is this recipe suitable for freezing?

    It's best to consume the rice balls fresh. Freezing may alter their texture and taste.

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