Savory Crab and Rice Fritters
These Savory Crab and Rice Fritters are a delightful fusion of flavors, featuring tender crabmeat and fluffy rice, delicately seasoned to perfection. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, these fritters are crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The combination of the tender lumps of crab, creamy parmesan, and the richness of eggs bring a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these fritters are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen! Give them a try, and let me know how they turn out!
4
Servings
180
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken broth
1 cup (Bring to a boil in a small saucepan)
MINUTE White Rice
1 cup (uncooked)
eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
crabmeat
2 (6 ounce) cans (drained and flaked)
100 percent parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (grated)
butter or margarine
1/4 cup (for frying)
Instructions
1
In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.
2
Stir in the uncooked MINUTE White Rice, cover the pot, and remove it from heat. Let it stand for about 5 minutes.
3
Once the rice has stood, fluff it gently with a fork and set it aside to cool slightly.
4
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs lightly until well combined.
5
Add the cooled rice, drained and flaked crabmeat, and grated parmesan cheese into the bowl with the eggs. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
6
Dividing the mixture evenly, shape it into 8 patties and let them sit for an additional 5 minutes to help them firm up.
7
In a large skillet, melt the butter (or margarine) over medium heat.
8
Once the butter is hot, carefully place the fritters in the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.
9
Remove from the skillet and serve warm, garnished with your choice of dipping sauce or fresh herbs.
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
16g
Carbs
12g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Crab and Rice Fritters?
These fritters are a delightful fusion of tender crabmeat and fluffy rice, seasoned to perfection and cooked until crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.
What ingredients do I need for this recipe?
You will need chicken broth, MINUTE White Rice, eggs, canned crabmeat, 100 percent parmesan cheese, and butter or margarine.
How do I prepare the rice?
Bring chicken broth to a boil, stir in the uncooked rice, cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 eggs, which should be lightly beaten.
What type of crabmeat should I use?
The recipe uses two 6-ounce cans of crabmeat, which should be drained and flaked.
How much parmesan cheese is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of grated 100 percent parmesan cheese.
What is the purpose of letting the patties sit for 5 minutes?
Letting the 8 shaped patties sit for 5 minutes helps them firm up before they are placed in the skillet.
How long do I cook the fritters?
Cook the fritters in a skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and heated through.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 180 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 9g of fat.
How much protein is in these fritters?
There are 12g of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count?
Each serving contains 16g of carbohydrates.
Is there any fiber in this dish?
Yes, there is approximately 0.5g of fiber per serving.
What kind of broth is used to cook the rice?
The rice is cooked in 1 cup of chicken broth.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use 1/4 cup of either butter or margarine for frying.
How should the rice be treated after it stands?
It should be fluffed gently with a fork and set aside to cool slightly before mixing with other ingredients.
How many patties should I form?
The mixture should be divided evenly to shape into 8 patties.
What heat setting should I use for frying?
Use medium heat to melt the butter and cook the fritters.
Should the fritters be served warm or cold?
The fritters should be served warm.
What are some suggested garnishes?
You can garnish the fritters with your choice of dipping sauce or fresh herbs.
Is this recipe suitable as an appetizer?
Yes, it is perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.
How is the crabmeat prepared before adding to the bowl?
The crabmeat must be drained and flaked.
Is MINUTE White Rice used cooked or uncooked initially?
The recipe starts with 1 cup of uncooked MINUTE White Rice.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 6 main ingredients in this recipe.
How do I know when the fritters are done?
They are done when they are golden brown on both sides and heated through.
Does the recipe include sugar?
No, the recipe does not list any sugar in its nutritional information.
Is this a quick recipe to make?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and an easy recipe.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
It falls under Crab, Seafood, and Appetizer categories.
What tags are associated with this dish?
Tags include crab, rice cakes, fritters, appetizer, seafood, quick meal, and easy recipe.