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Kimchi Cheese Rice Balls

From @doobydobap on TikTok ↗

Rice balls filled with kimchi and mozzarella. Follow @doobydobap's recipe with the seasoning, shaping and cooking instructions written out.

Estimated time
30 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
8
Kimchi Cheese Rice Balls by @doobydobap
Photo from @doobydobap's original recipe video.

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How to make it

  1. 1

    Prepare the kimchi

    Heat a little sesame oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

    Add the chopped kimchi and gochujang and stir-fry until softened and fragrant.

  2. 2

    Mix the rice

    Place the warm rice in a mixing bowl.

    Add the cooked kimchi, sesame oil, salt and sliced spring onion.

    Mix until evenly combined, then let cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Fill and shape the balls

    Flatten a portion of rice in your hand and place mozzarella in the centre.

    Close the rice around the cheese and roll into a firm ball.

    Repeat with the remaining rice and cheese.

  4. 4

    Sear and serve

    Sear the rice balls in a lightly oiled frying pan until golden and the cheese melts.

    Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve warm.

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Questions about kimchi cheese rice balls

How long does kimchi cheese rice balls take?
The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 30 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.
Who created this recipe?
This recipe was shared by @doobydobap on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.