Crispy Rice Fritters with Ground Cloves
These golden rice fritters are perfectly crispy outside and wonderfully soft inside, with a warm, subtle hint of cloves in every bite. A budget-friendly recipe that turns pantry staples into an irresistible snack or dessert. Great for sharing at any time of day — quick to fry and impossible to stop eating!
🛒 Ingredients
5 servings
- 1 cup (200 g) short-grain white rice
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, to taste
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon self-rising flour
- 1 pinch of fine salt
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 3 whole cloves, finely ground
- Coconut oil or neutral vegetable oil for frying
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Directions
- 1
Rinse the rice well and soak it in a bowl of cold water for 10 to 12 hours, or overnight, until the grains are fully softened and swollen.
- 2
Drain the soaked rice thoroughly and blend it with a tiny splash of water — just enough to get the blades moving smoothly.
- 3
Add the egg, sugar, self-rising flour, salt, milk, and ground cloves to the blender. Blend until you have a smooth, uniform batter.
- 4
Heat the coconut oil or vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry the fritters one at a time, about 2–3 minutes per side, until deep golden brown.
- 5
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
💡 Chef's Tip
The longer the rice soaks, the creamier and smoother the batter will be. Always test the oil temperature with a small drop of batter — it should sizzle instantly. Frying one fritter at a time keeps the oil hot and the results crispy.
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