Crispy Basmati Rice Balls with Tomato and Herb Sauce - aninas recipes

Ingredients

• 2 cups leftover basmati rice
• 3 tablespoons hot water
• 8 small cubes of mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup coconut flour
• 2 large eggs (whisked)
• 1 cup desiccated coconut
• 1 cup grated parmesan
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• salt and black pepper (to season)
• cooking oil (to fry)
• 15 ml olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
• 6 ripe tomatoes (blanched, peeled and chopped)
• 1 teaspoon tomato puree
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried sweet basil