Arancini Recipe

Cook the Arborio Rice

In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of Arborio rice, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Let it cool.

Prepare the Filling

Once the rice has cooled, take 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and cut it into small cubes. Set aside.

Form the Arancini

With wet hands, take a small handful of rice and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and mold the rice around it to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining rice and cheese.

Bread the Arancini

Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs. Roll each rice ball in flour, dip it in the egg, and then coat it with breadcrumbs.

Fry the Arancini

In a deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Fry the arancini in batches, about 4-5 at a time, until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve

Serve the arancini hot with a side of tomato sauce for dipping.