Cheesy Leftover Rice Cakes

Mitch Smith's Note:

This is a great way to use leftover rice. Very tasty. This is a variation of recipie# 226013 http://www.recipezaar.com/Left-over-Rice-Cakes-226013 Preparation time does not include cooking the rice.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 12.0 patties

• 4 cups cooked white rice (cool)
• 4 eggs , beaten
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup taco blend cheese
• 1 cup unbleached flour
• 1 cup plain breadcrumbs or 1 cup tortilla , crumbs
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 1 small onion , chopped very fine
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 4 cups peanut oil (for frying)

Directions:

1. Heat the peanut oil in a heavy iron frying pan until it just starts to smoke.
2. Combine all ingredients and mix well.
3. Mixture should be sticky enough to form patties and hold together.
4. Make a ball the size of an extra large meatball then smash it flat between your hands.
5. Drop into hot oil.
6. Fry for about 4 minutes per side or until golden brown.
7. Remove from oil and drain on a rack or paper towels.