Fried Rice Cakes (Brazilian-Style)

Ingredients

2 cups cooked white rice
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste
oil for frying

Directions

Mix white rice, flour, eggs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper together with a wooden spoon in a bowl. Shape spoonfuls of the mixture into balls.

Heat oil in a large saucepan or deep-fryer over medium heat until hot. Fry balls a few at a time until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.