Healthy Rice Ball Recipe
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Description
Rice balls are a popular snack in many cultures, and they are a great option for a healthy and filling snack. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a healthy and delicious snack that is easy to prepare. Rice balls are made with cooked rice, and they can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as vegetables, meat, or fish. They can be served as a snack or as part of a meal.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Equipment
- Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife
- Pot and steamer basket
Method
- In a bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the cooked rice to the bowl and mix well to combine.
- Add the chicken, cucumber, carrot, scallions, and cilantro to the bowl and mix well to combine.
- Using wet hands, form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a ping pong ball.
- Place the rice balls in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper.
- Steam the rice balls for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through.
- Remove from the steamer basket and let cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily customized by adding your favorite vegetables, meat, or fish.
- You can also add some soy sauce or hot sauce to the mixture for extra flavor.
- If you don't have a steamer basket, you can also bake the rice balls in the oven at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Info
One serving (2 rice balls) of this recipe contains approximately:
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to use short-grain rice for this recipe, as it will stick together better than long-grain rice.
- Wet your hands before forming the rice balls to prevent the rice from sticking to your hands.
- Use a steamer basket lined with parchment paper to prevent the rice balls from sticking to the basket.
- These rice balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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