Rico Bite

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A gourmet treat that combines the technique of golden breading with the intense flavors of ginger, honey and soy sauce, all perfectly contained in a hand-molded rice sphere.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Rico® Medium Grain Rice

• 1 cup of water

• 1 tbsp. of oil

• 1 tbsp. of salt

• ½ cup diced pepper steak

• 1 tsp. of salt

• ¼ cup chopped broccoli

• 1 tsp. of minced garlic

• 1 tsp. of ginger

• 1 tbsp. of honey

• 1 cup of soy sauce

• ½ cup of brown sugar

• 1 tsp. of cornstarch with a little water

• Wheat flour

• Frying oil

• Plastic wrap

Procedure:

1. Cook the rice in the water with the oil and salt for 15-17 minutes. Once cooked, let it rest so it's easier to handle.

2. Sauté the beef cubes with a pinch of salt for 6 minutes. Add the broccoli, garlic, ginger, honey, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Pour in the cornstarch and water mixture to thicken the sauce until the beef is well glazed.

3. Use a small mold and cover it with plastic wrap. Place a layer of rice to create a basket shape, add the pepper steak filling in the center, and seal by pressing firmly with the plastic wrap until you form a compact sphere.

4. Roll each ball in wheat flour until well coated. Fry them in hot oil for 2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Serve and enjoy!