Friday, October 10, 2008

Rice Patties


Makes: 12

Note: Extra 1 ounce (30 g) butter and 1 tablespoon oil are needed for microwave method.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup brown rice
2 cups hot water
3/4 ounce (20 g) butter
1 onion, finely chopped
2 zucchini, grated
1 carrot, grated
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs, multi-grain
1/2 cup plain flour
1 x 10 ounce (310 g) can creamed corn
2 eggs, lightly beaten
Salt and pepper

Microwave Method:

1. Place rice and water in a bowl, cook for 23-25 minutes on HIGH, stirring during cooking. Do not rinse.
2. In a Pyrex bowl melt butter for 30 seconds on HIGH. Add onion and cook for 1-2 minutes on HIGH, stirring occasionally.
3. Combine all other ingredients including rice. Mix well. Make into patties. Flatten slightly with a fork.
4. Heat browning dish for 8 minutes on HIGH. Remove, add oil and butter. Place 6 patties on at a time, turning to brown both sides.
5. Place in microwave for 2 minutes on HIGH. Repeat the process until all patties are cooked. Serve hot or cold.

Convection Microwave Method:

1. Place rice and water in a bowl, cook for 23-25 minutes on HIGH, stirring during cooking. Do not rinse.
2. In a Pyrex bowl melt butter for 30 seconds on HIGH. Add onion and cook for 1-2 minutes on HIGH, stirring occasionally.
3. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
4. Combine all other ingredients including rice. Mix well. Make into patties. Place on a lightly greased pizza tray. Flatten slightly with a fork. Place on High Rack and cook for 20-24 minutes on LOW MIX/BAKE. Serve hot or cold.

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