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Mexican Rice Cakes
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 10 Minutes
Servings: 6
From Cooking Light.
Ingredients:
1 (4 1/2-ounce) can chopped green chiles
2 cups cooked long-grain rice (cooked without salt or fat), chilled
1 1/2 cups soft breadcrumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped tomato
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 t chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp salt
vegetable cooking spray
fresh cilantro sprigs (optional)
no-salt-added salsa (optional)
Directions:
1. Drain chopped green chiles, and press firmly between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Combine chiles, rice, and next 10 ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring well. Shape rice mixture into 6 patties.
2. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium heat until hot. Add patties, and cook 5 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.
3. Transfer patties to a serving platter. If desired, garnish with a cilantro sprig, and serve with no-salt-added salsa. 6 servings.
4. Per serving: 130 calories; 0.9 g fat; 26.2 g carb
By RecipeOfHealth.com