Ingredients for Brown Rice Goat Cheese Cakes
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 1 large egg
- Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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How to Make Brown Rice Goat Cheese Cakes
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of brown rice and 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-50 minutes, or until all water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes, stirring often.
- Add 1 cup of shredded carrots to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, until carrots are softened and shallots are lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the vegetable mixture from the heat.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Transfer the cooked rice and vegetables to a food processor. Add 4 ounces of crumbled goat cheese, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Pulse until well blended but still slightly coarse. Do not over-process.
- Scrape the mixture into a bowl. Using wet hands, form the mixture into six 3-inch patties.
- Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the patties and cook until well browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the patties to a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers at least 160°F (71°C).
- For an extra touch, top with a fruit sauce made from 1/4 cup of your favorite jam thinned with 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and a pinch of Dijon mustard (optional).
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
20g
Carbs
7g
