Golden Potato & Rice Bake with Cheese – A Comfort Food You’ll Crave!
This incredibly tasty potato and rice dish is so simple to make, yet so rich and satisfying that you’ll want to cook it again and again. Crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside — pure comfort food perfection!
INGREDIENTS:
200 g rice
1 kg potatoes
Salt, to taste
1 onion, finely chopped
30 g butter
1 carrot, grated
100 g mozzarella cheese
2 eggs
A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
Black pepper, to taste
Italian herbs (oregano, basil, or mixed seasoning)
Breadcrumbs (as needed)
Frying oil
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prepare the potatoes
Peel and boil the potatoes in salted water until soft. Mash them well and set aside.
Cook the rice
Rinse the rice and cook it in salted water until tender. Drain and let it cool slightly.
Sauté the vegetables
In a pan, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion and grated carrot until soft and fragrant.
Mix everything together
In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, eggs, mozzarella, parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Mix well until fully combined.
Shape & coat
Form the mixture into patties or small cakes. Coat lightly with breadcrumbs.
Fry to perfection
Heat oil in a pan and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
SERVING IDEA:
Serve hot with a fresh salad, garlic sauce, or yogurt dip. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a snack!
Enjoy every bite of this crispy, cheesy comfort delight!
