Cheese-Rice Latkes

Directions

1. 1
   In medium-sized bowl mix together rice, cheese, egg yolks, flour, salt and pepper.
2. 2
   In separate bowl beat egg whites together with cream of tartar until stiff but not dry.
3. 3
   Fold beaten egg whites into rice mixture until completely combined.
4. 4
   Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet.
5. 5
   Spoon batter by rounded tablespoons into the skillet, using the back of the spoon to flatten each pancake.
6. 6
   Fry the latkes, turning them once, until they are golden and puffed.
7. 7
   Serve hot.