Parmesan Rice Balls

• long grain rice, cooked↗1⁄2 cup
• (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1
• grated parmesan cheese1⁄4 cup
• lemon juice↗1 tablespoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• large eggs↗3
• dried breadcrumbs↗3⁄4 cup
• oil (for frying)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, mix rice, spinach, cheese, lemon juice, salt, pepper and 2 eggs.

2. 2

   Shape mixture into 1 inch balls.

3. 3

   In a pie plate, using a fork, beat 1 tbls water with remaining egg.

4. 4

   Dip rice balls in egg, then into bread crumbs to coat evenly.

5. 5

   In a 5 quart Dutch oven, heat 3/4 inch of oil over medium heat.

6. 6

   Fry rice balls a few at a time for 1 1/2 minutes or until golden brown, drain on paper towels and serve warm.