Rice Hush Puppies [0000429]

Ingredients:
1 cup cooked white rice (gluten-free)
1/2 cup gluten-free cornmeal
1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup buttermilk (or dairy-free alternative)
1 large egg
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

In a bowl, combine cooked white rice, gluten-free cornmeal, gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Drop spoonfuls of the rice batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, turning as needed.
Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve the Rice Hush Puppies warm as a delightful gluten-free snack or side.
Enjoy these crispy and flavorful bites!