Mushroom and Cheese Pastelitos | Mahatma® Rice

Mushroom and Cheese Pastelitos | Mahatma® Rice

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These mini empanadas or pastelitos are generously filled with mushrooms, cheese and Jasmine Brown Rice for the ultimate party appetizer!

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Mahatma® Jasmine Brown Rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cups mixed mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp cracked pepper
  • 2/3 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 40 wonton wrappers
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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