Description
Arancini are crispy, golden Italian rice balls stuffed with cheese and served with marinara sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked risotto (cooled)
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for serving)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix cooled risotto with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Take a small portion of risotto, flatten it, and place a cube of mozzarella in the center.
- Shape into a ball, ensuring the cheese is fully enclosed.
- Dip each ball in flour, then beaten egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry arancini in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Use leftover risotto for best results.
- Chill the shaped arancini for 30 minutes before frying for better texture.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 arancini
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Arancini, Rice Balls, Italian Appetizer, Fried Risotto, Marinara Sauce