Crispy Sausage Rice Balls, Pan-Fried to Perfection
Easy Weekend Treat! Crispy Sausage Rice Balls Made with Kids
Introducing ‘Pan-Fried Sausage Rice Balls,’ a simple yet delightful dish perfect for a weekend treat with your children. They’re wonderfully crispy on the outside and savory on the inside!
Main Ingredients- 8 Vienna sausages
- 1 bowl of warm cooked rice (approx. 200g)
- 30g zucchini
- 20g carrot
Other Ingredients- Panko breadcrumbs, as needed
- Cooking oil, for pan-frying
- Panko breadcrumbs, as needed
- Cooking oil, for pan-frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, briefly blanch the Vienna sausages in boiling water for about 1 minute. This helps to remove excess fat and makes the sausages plumper. Rinse the blanched sausages in cold water and set aside to cool.
Step 2
Wash the zucchini and carrot, remove any seeds from the zucchini, and finely mince both vegetables into pieces smaller than a grain of rice. Mincing the vegetables finely makes them easier for children to eat and ensures they blend well into the rice balls.
Step 3
Heat a little cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced zucchini and sauté until it becomes translucent. Then, add about 1/3 teaspoon of salt for seasoning. Add the minced carrot and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the carrot’s color becomes vibrant. Avoid overcooking to maintain a slight crispness.
Step 4
In a large bowl, place the warm cooked rice. Add the sautéed zucchini and carrot. Stir in 1 teaspoon of perilla oil, a pinch of salt, and optional sesame seeds. Mix everything thoroughly with a spatula or spoon until the rice is well seasoned.
Step 5
Take a portion of the seasoned rice and flatten it in your palm. Place one blanched Vienna sausage in the center. Gently shape the rice to completely enclose the sausage, forming a round or oblong rice ball. You can use a bit more rice if your child particularly loves sausages.
Step 6
Coat the shaped rice balls evenly with panko breadcrumbs. This coating will give them a delightfully crispy texture when pan-fried. For extra visual appeal and aroma, you can lightly sprinkle with dried parsley flakes.
Step 7
Finally, heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Carefully place the breadcrumb-coated rice balls into the hot oil. Pan-fry them, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. Your delicious pan-fried sausage rice balls are now ready to enjoy! They taste best when served warm.
