Irresistible Italian Arancini: Custom Stuffed Rice Bliss

Delight in these customizable Italian Arancini filled with savory goodness, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 2 25

Servings: 6 balls

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups Risotto Rice Arborio preferred

For the Filling

1 cup Cheese (Mozzarella) Cubed
1 cup Meat (optional) Ground meat or sausage

For Battering and Frying

2 large Eggs Beaten
2 cups Breadcrumbs (Panko) Gluten-free optional
2 cups Oil for Frying Vegetable or avocado oil

For Flavoring

1 teaspoon Spices (Salt, Pepper) to taste

Equipment

Deep frying pan
Baking Sheet
Airtight container

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Italian Arancini

Prepare the Risotto: Cook Arborio rice until al dente and cool in the fridge for at least an hour.
Form the Balls: Scoop and flatten rice, add cheese in the center, and form into balls.
Coat the Balls: Roll in beaten eggs and then in breadcrumbs for a crispy exterior.
Fry the Arancini: Heat oil and fry the balls in batches until golden brown.
Drain and Serve: Remove from oil and serve hot with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with different fillings like roasted vegetables for added flavor.

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