Rice Patties
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste (optional)
1 pinch onion powder, or to taste (optional)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or more to taste
Mix rice, onion, Cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, parsley, and onion powder by hand in a bowl.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
From rice mixture into 4 small patties.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry patties in hot oil until lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side.