Arancini
Arancini are fried rice balls originating from Italy. This recipe uses a simple mozzarella filling, but you can add various ingredients such as meat, vegetables, or mushrooms.
Ingredients
- Egg3 pieces
- Sunflower Oil (for frying)500 ml
Instructions
8 steps- 1
Cook the rice according to the instructions on the package. Let it cool slightly.
- 2
Add salt, pepper, grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 egg to the cooled rice. Mix well.
5 min
- 3
Cut the mozzarella into small cubes.
5 min
- 4
With your hands, make small rice balls, place a piece of mozzarella in the middle, and seal well.
10 min
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining 2 eggs.
2 min
- 6
Dip each ball first in the egg, then in the breadcrumbs.
5 min
- 7
Heat the oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Fry the arancini until golden brown.
15 min
- 8
Place the finished arancini on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 285 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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