Pinto Bean and Rice Fritters

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Breadcrumbs - 1/2 cup
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1/2 medium, finely chopped
• Cooked rice - 1 cup
• Cooked pinto beans - 1 cup

Let's Get Started

1. In a large bowl, mash the pinto beans with a fork or potato masher.
2. Add the cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
3. Form the mixture into small patties or balls and coat each one with breadcrumbs.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Cook the fritters in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Serve the pinto bean and rice fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Appetizer
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Calories: 250
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 40g
• Protein: 10g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Sugar: 2g