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Arancini

Arancini

Italian rice balls stuffed with cheese, coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

30
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
45
Total (min)
4
Servings
Health Score75/100

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Risotto
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 8 oz Mozzarella
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 lb Ground beef
  • 0.5 cup Peas
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 pieces Eggs
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cups Breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup Flour
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan
  • 4 cups Oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make risotto, let cool completely

    💡 Day-old risotto is best

  2. 2

    Brown beef with peas, mix into risotto

    💡 Cool before forming

  3. 3

    Form balls with cube of mozzarella inside

    💡 Cheese melts

  4. 4

    Bread: flour, egg, breadcrumbs

    💡 Double coat for crisp

  5. 5

    Deep fry at 350°F until golden

    💡 Work in batches

  6. 6

    Drain on wire rack Ensure the rice balls are compact to hold their shape.

    💡 Stays crispy

  7. 7

    Serve with marinara for dipping

    💡 Inside should be molten