Don't Waste Leftover Rice: 2 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Try

The world seems to be divided into two kinds of people: those who have no problem throwing away leftover food, and those who are always looking for creative ways to transform leftovers into something delicious.

If you belong to the second group and still have fresh leftover rice from Shabbat, following are two easy recipes you can make with it.

Crispy Fried Rice and Meat Patties

These crispy rice-coated meat patties are fun to prepare, and kids will love helping in the kitchen.

Ingredients

For the Meat Filling

• 500 g (1 lb) ground beef

• 1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped

• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped

• 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• Salt, black pepper, and hawaij seasoning, to taste

For the Rice Coating

• Leftover cooked white rice

• 1 egg

• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped

• Black sesame seeds

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the meat filling and mix well.

In a separate bowl, combine the leftover rice, egg, chopped cilantro, and black sesame seeds.

With damp hands, shape the meat mixture into balls, then coat each one evenly with the rice mixture.

Dip each rice-coated meatball into beaten egg, roll it in breadcrumbs, and fry until golden brown and cooked through.

Serve hot.

Easy Leftover Rice Bake

A simple, comforting casserole that makes excellent use of leftover rice and challah.

Ingredients

• Leftover cooked rice

• Leftover challah

• 1 cup water

• Seasonings of your choice

• Fresh cilantro, chopped

• ¼ cup olive oil

Optional:

• 1 can tuna, drained

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.

Bake until the casserole is fully set and lightly golden on top.

Enjoy!