Crispy Paneer And Veggie Rice Balls Recipe

About this recipe

Golden, crispy rice balls filled with paneer and veggies, seasoned with Indian spices. Perfect for a protein-packed snack with a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

• 200 g Paneer
• 1 kg Rice
• 250 g Carrot
• 1 piece Yellow Bell Pepper
• 500 g Onion
• 300 g Ginger Paste
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 500 g Refined Flour
• 50 g Cumin Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Salt
• 5 ltr Guinea Filtered Groundnut Oil For Frying & Sauteing
• 100 g Mint Sauf

Instructions

1. 1. Grate the paneer into a large mixing bowl for a smooth texture.
2. 2. Finely chop the carrot, capsicum, onion, and coriander leaves.
3. 3. In the bowl with paneer, add cooked rice, chopped veggies, ginger paste, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt.
4. 4. Mix the ingredients thoroughly to form a cohesive mixture.
5. 5. Gradually add chickpea flour to bind the mixture and prevent it from falling apart.
6. 6. Shape the mixture into small, even-sized balls with your hands.
7. 7. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
8. 8. Gently slide the rice balls into the hot oil, a few at a time, to avoid overcrowding.
9. 9. Fry the balls, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crisp on all sides.
10. 10. Remove the crispy rice balls with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
11. 11. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves for a burst of freshness.
12. 12. Serve warm with mint chutney or tamarind sauce for an extra zing.