Unusual rice dishes that will grace any table

Rice has long since ceased to be just a side dish. This versatile product easily becomes the base for truly impressive and unusual dishes that will surprise guests and make your table memorable. We at joy-pup offer you 3 of the most unusual rice dishes with recipes that look exquisite and are easy to prepare.

Arancini Rice Balls with Cheese and Herbs

Ingredients:

• Boiled rice – 300 g
• Hard cheese or mozzarella – 150 g
• Egg – 1
• Greens (parsley, dill)
• Breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Salt and spices to taste

Directions:

Mix the rice with the egg, finely chopped herbs, and spices. Form balls, placing a piece of cheese inside each. Roll in breadcrumbs and fry until golden brown. Serve hot with a yogurt or tomato sauce.

Rice Terrine with Vegetables and Cream Cheese

Ingredients:

• Long-grain rice – 200 g
• Cream cheese – 200 g
• Bell pepper – 1
• Zucchini or squash – 1
• Carrot – 1
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

Boil the rice until tender. Cut the vegetables into small cubes and lightly fry. Layer the rice, cream cheese, and vegetables in a baking dish, pressing lightly. Chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, then carefully slice and serve as a cold appetizer.

Rice with Caramelized Pumpkin and Blue Cheese

Ingredients:

• Short-grain or risotto rice – 200 g
• Pumpkin – 300 g
• Blue cheese (Dorblu, Gorgonzola) – 80-100 g
• Honey – 1-2 tablespoons
• Butter – 30 g
• Olive oil
• Salt, black pepper
• Sprigs of thyme or rosemary (optional)

Directions:

Cut the pumpkin into cubes, place in a frying pan with olive oil, add honey, and sauté until caramelized. Cook the rice until creamy, adding butter, salt, and pepper at the end. Place the rice on a plate, top with warm pumpkin and crumbled blue cheese. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

To be continued…