Delicious rice balls with sesame
16 servings
55 minutes
Delicious rice balls with sesame are a simple yet exquisite dish that combines the tenderness of brown rice, the lightness of spinach, and the aroma of roasted sesame. This is a European interpretation of traditional Asian rice snacks often served at festive tables. The dish has a soft texture, nutty flavor from sesame, and a light freshness from spinach. It is perfect as a standalone snack or as a side dish to main courses. Rice balls can be served warm or chilled, and their convenient format makes them an excellent option for picnics and buffets. Due to the simplicity of ingredients and preparation method, this dish is suitable for those looking for a healthy and tasty quick dinner or snack.
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Pour a little more than half a glass of cold water into a pot and add the rice, cooking until it boils. Add another glass of water if the rice absorbs all the water. It's best to reduce the heat to minimum to prevent burning. Cover the pot and cook the rice until soft – it takes about 40 minutes. Once the rice swells and becomes fluffy, remove it from heat. Do not open the lid immediately; let it rest for another 5 minutes.
- Brown rice: 1 glass
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Now let's move on to spinach and sesame. Take a medium bowl. Make a mixture of these ingredients and gradually take rice from the pot, carefully mixing the clumps in your hands and rolling them into small balls. Rice balls are usually served warm. They can also be stored in the refrigerator, but only for up to 3 days. To reheat cold balls, the heating temperature should be 350 degrees so that the insides also warm up and do not remain cold.
- Spinach: 70 g
- Roasted sesame: 2 tablespoons