Delicious vegan mozzarella rice balls that are extra crispy and flavorful. Made with sushi rice, cornflakes, and a variety of seasonings, these rice balls are perfect for snacking or as a meal.
1: Rinse the rice with cold water until the water is very clear.
2: Transfer into a pot and cover with water, seal with a lid and cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
3: While it’s cooking, prepare 3 bowls. First, blend the cornflakes with salt & pepper.
4: In the second bowl, mix water with cornstarch and soy sauce. In the last bowl, add buckwheat flour.
5: Cut the mozzarella cheese into cubes.
6: Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large mixing bowl and add the vinegar, maple syrup, and salt. Use a spatula to gently fold the rice.
7: Cover your hands with water and a sprinkle of salt, add a large tbsp of cooked rice to your hand, add 1 cube of cheese, and cover with more rice. Press and roll until you have a large rice ball. Repeat until there’s no rice left.
8: Dip the balls in the flour, then the cornstarch mixture, and lastly in the cornflakes breadcrumbs.
9: Fry the balls until golden and crispy, then enjoy!
