Crispy Potato Spinach Rice Balls Recipe

About this recipe

Golden, crispy rice balls filled with mashed potatoes and spinach, bursting with flavor and perfect for snacking. Enjoy a crunchy exterior with a tender, savory center.

Ingredients

• 1Kg Potato
• 1 kg Rice
• 250 g Spinach
• 100 g Garlic
• 250g Green Chilli
• 200 ml Sesame Oil
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 50 g Black Pepper
• - Corn Starch Powder
• 500 ml Oil (For Frying)

Instructions

1. 1. Peel and mash the boiled potatoes until smooth and lump-free.
2. 2. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, then chop finely.
3. 3. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cooked rice, chopped spinach, and cornstarch.
4. 4. Add minced garlic, chopped green chilies, ground cumin, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
5. 5. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to form a cohesive, slightly sticky dough.
6. 6. Shape the mixture into small balls, ensuring each ball is evenly sized.
7. 7. Heat cooking oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
8. 8. Fry the rice balls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on all sides.
9. 9. Remove the fried rice balls and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
10. 10. Allow the rice balls to cool slightly before serving for the best texture.