Italian Rice Balls (Arancini)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Delicious Italian Rice Balls (Arancini) recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1h 10min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

345

Sugar

Fat

18g

Italian Rice Balls, also known as Arancini, are a popular Italian dish that is often served as an appetizer or a snack. These crispy fried balls are made with cooked rice, eggs, and cheese, and filled with gooey, melted mozzarella and bits of genoa salami for a delicious burst of flavor. Coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried until golden brown, these balls are then served hot with a rich and flavorful spaghetti sauce with meat. While this dish is certainly not the healthiest, it is a satisfying and indulgent treat that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice under cold water, then drain.
2.	In a heavy-bottomed pot, bring the rice to a boil in 4 cups of salted water, then lower the heat and cover the pot. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until done.
3.	Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
4.	In a large bowl, beat the eggs and stir in grated parmesan cheese.
5.	Add the cooked rice and mix well.
6.	Spread the breadcrumbs on a large plate.
7.	Take a tablespoon of rice mixture in your hand and press it into a ball.
8.	Make an indentation in the center and place a cube of mozzarella and some pieces of salami.
9.	Cover the cheese and salami completely with more rice mixture, and shape the ball into an even sphere.
10.	Roll the ball in the breadcrumbs until the whole surface is coated.
11.	In a large heavy-bottomed pan, heat the olive oil on medium heat.
12.	Add the rice balls and cook them until they are golden brown, turning them over with a spoon to make sure they cook evenly.
13.	Serve hot with the spaghetti sauce with meat.

PROS

Crispy outside and gooey inside, this Italian Rice Balls (Arancini) recipe is delicious and filling.

Perfect for appetizer or as a snack, this dish is easy to make and packs a flavorful punch.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried, which makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is not particularly healthy, but it is a great source of protein and carbohydrates that will keep you satiated for longer.
It also contains Parmesan cheese, which is a good source of calcium and has anti-inflammatory properties.

	1 lb white rice
	4 eggs
	1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
	1 lb mozzarella cheese , cut in 16 cubes
	1/4 lb genoa salami , cut in small pieces
	1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
	olive oil
	spaghetti sauce with meat