Wild Rice and Brown Rice Cakes with Roasted Vegetable Ragù

Health score
32%
Wild Rice and Brown Rice Cakes with Roasted Vegetable Ragù
45 min.
6
419kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients? Introducing Wild Rice and Brown Rice Cakes with Roasted Vegetable Ragù—a culinary delight that brings together the nutty flavors of wild rice and the hearty texture of brown rice, all beautifully complemented by a vibrant vegetable ragù.

This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate the art of cooking and want to impress their family or guests with a gourmet meal that’s surprisingly easy to prepare. The combination of sautéed onions and garlic creates a fragrant base, while the addition of dry white wine adds depth and richness to the rice cakes. Coated in a crispy breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, these rice cakes are not only satisfying but also provide a delightful crunch with every bite.

Served alongside a colorful roasted vegetable ragù, this dish is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. The ragù, bursting with seasonal vegetables, adds a fresh and tangy contrast to the savory rice cakes, making each serving a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this impressive dish any night of the week. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain dry
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese low-fat grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1.3 cups short grain brown rice 
  • servings savory vegetable 
  • cups vegetable stock canned ()
  • 0.3 cup rice wild

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • plastic wrap
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Bring 6 cups broth to boil in large saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat; cover.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add onion; sauté until tender, about 12 minutes.
  5. Add garlic; stir 1 minute.
  6. Add brown rice and wild rice; stir 1 minute.
  7. Add wine; cook until absorbed, about 2 minutes. Stir in 2 cups warm broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 15 minutes.
  8. Add 2 cups warm broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring often.
  9. Add 2 cups warm broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until rice is almost tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Uncover; simmer until rice is tender and broth is absorbed, stirring often and adding broth by 1/4 cupfuls if rice is not tender, about 10 minutes longer. Stir in mozzarella; season with pepper. Cool to room temperature.
  10. Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan in pie dish. Line baking sheet with plastic wrap. Using moistened hands, divide rice mixture into 6 equal portions; press each portion into 31/2-inch-diameter patty. Carefully turn each in breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides.
  11. Place on prepared baking sheet. Cover; chill at least 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.)
  12. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  13. Add 3 rice cakes to skillet; cook until heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and rice cakes.
  14. Transfer rice cakes to plates. Spoon Roasted Vegetable Ragù alongside.
  15. Per serving (including ragù): calories, 515; total fat, 17 g; saturated fat, 3 g; cholesterol, 7 mg; fiber, 12 g
  16. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories419kcal
Protein12%
Fat25.6%
Carbs62.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.13
Glycemic Load
28.46
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.714347967635%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
5.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:419.49kcal
20.97%
Fat:11.77g
18.1%
Saturated Fat:2.98g
18.64%
Carbohydrates:64.53g
21.51%
Net Carbohydrates:58.07g
21.12%
Sugar:4.04g
4.49%
Cholesterol:9.6mg
3.2%
Sodium:1162.33mg
50.54%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.57%
100%
Protein:12.41g
24.81%
Manganese:2.15mg
107.73%
Vitamin A:5204.87IU
104.1%
Phosphorus:303.44mg
30.34%
Magnesium:112.48mg
28.12%
Fiber:6.47g
25.87%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.53%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.62%
Vitamin B3:4.13mg
20.65%
Calcium:171.71mg
17.17%
Zinc:2.45mg
16.36%
Vitamin C:12.06mg
14.62%
Copper:0.29mg
14.54%
Folate:56.56µg
14.14%
Iron:2.35mg
13.06%
Potassium:438.48mg
12.53%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.7%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.15%
Selenium:5.36µg
7.66%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.51%
Vitamin K:5.22µg
4.97%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.56%
Source:Epicurious