Arancini
Deep-fried Sicilian rice balls with a crispy golden crust, stuffed with ragù and melting mozzarella.
Cuisines
Italian
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
Recipe
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 70 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Arborio rice |
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2 cups | Broth |
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1 | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 tablespoons | Olive oil |
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1 cup | Parmesan Cheese , grated |
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1 | Egg |
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1 cup | Breadcrumb |
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100 grams | Mozzarella Cheese , cut into small cubes |
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1 cup | Flour |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Black Pepper , to taste |
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— | Vegetable oil , for frying |
Instructions
- 1 In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
- 2 Add the Arborio rice and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
- 3 Gradually add the broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until the liquid is absorbed before adding more. Cook until the rice is al dente.
- 4 Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture cool completely.
- 5 Once cooled, mix in the egg and form the rice mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball.
- 6 Press a piece of mozzarella cheese into the center of each ball, ensuring it is completely enclosed.
- 7 Roll each ball in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- 8 In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the arancini in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- 9 Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of saffron to the broth when cooking the rice.