Callas

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of callas, a traditional New Orleans delicacy that combines crispy, golden-brown fritters with a touch of Southern nostalgia. These sweet rice fritters are made with a unique blend of cooked white rice, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla for a subtly aromatic flavor. Perfectly fried to fluffy perfection, callas are lightly dusted with powdered sugar for an irresistibly sweet finish. Whether served as a breakfast treat alongside a steaming cup of coffee or enjoyed as a dessert snack, these fritters are a quick and easy way to bring a taste of Louisiana home. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your craving for comfort food with a deliciously crispy twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked white rice
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 2 large Eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0 Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to combine.

Step 2

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.

Step 3

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms. The batter should be slightly sticky and hold its shape.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.

Step 5

Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the callas in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 6

Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 7

Repeat the frying process until all the batter is used.

Step 8

Dust the warm callas with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy them on their own or with coffee for a true New Orleans experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1270.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5565.5

Total Fat 487.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 381.0mg	0%
Sodium 3063.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 117.0g
Protein 37.3g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 279.1mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 575.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.1%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 21.3%