Recipe

On a cozy autumn afternoon in Rome, when you're craving a quick and tasty snack, the Geedel Vegetable Chopper comes to the rescue. It effortlessly handles frozen spinach and onion—no need for tedious squeezing and chopping. Using day-old rice, you can easily shape golden, crispy rice balls with a stretchy, cheesy center. Simple, accessible ingredients make this a perfect solution for the common household need to "transform leftovers into a quick snack."

Ingredients

200g day-old rice

100g frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)

50g shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 onion

1 egg (beaten)

50g breadcrumbs

1/4 tsp salt

A pinch of black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil (for pan-frying)

Instructions

1.  Prepare Spinach & Onion: Easy and Mess-Free

Place the squeezed-dry spinach into the Manual Food Chopper using the "chopping mode." Press gently twice for a fine mince (eliminating tough fibers for a smoother texture). Peel and slice the onion, then mince it effortlessly with one press of the Onion Chopper (no tears!). Combine the spinach and onion in a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.

2.  Mix Rice & Form Balls: Simple and Straightforward

Add the day-old rice and 30g of mozzarella cheese to the spinach-onion mixture. Use your hands to mix until well combined. Take about 30g of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Dip the ball first into the beaten egg, then roll it in breadcrumbs (using the Food Chopper with Container to hold the breadcrumbs prevents spills). Repeat until all mixture is used.

3.  Pan-Fry to Perfection: Crispy Outside, Melty Inside

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the rice balls and pan-fry until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes, turning 2-3 times). Remove and drain on paper towels. Plate them, optionally sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and serve with tomato sauce. The result is a crispy exterior giving way to a soft, warm, and wonderfully cheesy center—utterly comforting and satisfying.

Conclusion

The Geedel Vegetable Chopper simplifies rice ball prep: it finely chops spinach, ensures firm texture, and delivers no-tear dicing—all with pantry staples. For households abroad, it's an easy way to transform leftover rice into authentic Roman-style rice balls, bringing street food comfort to your kitchen in minutes.