Sep 24 2026
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Smoked Tomato Arancini Recipe

Inspired by Cento
Time1h
Serves4

onion jam, micro basil, sarvecchio parmesan | v

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Ingredients

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Arancini

Onion Jam

Garnish

Method

Arancini Preparation

  1. 1

    Form the Arancini

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked Arborio rice, chopped smoked tomatoes, shredded Sarvecchio Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and form into balls, about the size of a golf ball.

  2. 2

    Coat the Arancini

    Dredge each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

  3. 3

    Fry the Arancini

    In a deep pan, heat oil over medium heat. Fry the arancini in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Onion Jam Preparation

  1. 4

    Cook the Onions

    In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and salt, cooking until soft and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Sugar and Vinegar

    Stir in the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar. Cook until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Serve the Arancini

    Place the fried arancini on a serving platter, top with onion jam, and garnish with micro basil.

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