Arancini

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Ingredients

1 cup	Arborio rice
2 cups	chicken or vegetable broth
1	small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	olive oil
1 cup	grated Parmesan cheese
1	egg
1 cup	breadcrumbs
100 grams	mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
1 cup	all-purpose flour
—	salt to taste
—	black pepper to taste
—	vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1 In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
2. 2 Add the Arborio rice and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
3. 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. 4 Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture cool completely.
5. 5 Once cooled, mix in the egg and form the rice mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball.
6. 6 Press a piece of mozzarella cheese into the center of each ball, ensuring it is completely enclosed.
7. 7 Roll each ball in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
8. 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. 9 Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.