Description
Crispy Golden Rice & Potato Patties are crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and served with a tangy, creamy garlic-dill sauce—perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for frying or baking)
For the Garlic-Dill Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine rice, mashed potatoes, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan (if using), salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until mixture holds together.
- Shape mixture into 8–10 patties, about ¾-inch thick. Coat each with extra breadcrumbs.
- For frying: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. For baking: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C), place patties on a parchment-lined sheet, spray with oil, and bake 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
- For the sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise or yogurt, sour cream, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve patties warm with a dollop of garlic-dill sauce. Garnish with extra dill or lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- Add scallions, spinach, or corn for extra flavor and color.
- Swap Parmesan with cheddar or feta for variation.
- Include crumbled bacon or ham for a heartier patty.
- Use lime juice in the sauce for a citrus twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties with sauce
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
