Jul 14 2026
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Air Fryer Arancini Recipe

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Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Arancini Balls

Coating

Method

Cooking the Risotto

  1. 1

    Prepare the Risotto

    In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable broth over medium heat until simmering. In another large saucepan, sauté the chopped onion in a bit of olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    Add the risotto rice to the onion and garlic mixture, stirring to coat the rice. Gradually add the simmering vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the liquid is absorbed. Repeat until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Stir in Cheese

    Once the risotto is cooked, remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and diced mozzarella. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

Forming the Arancini

  1. 4

    Shape the Balls

    Once the risotto has cooled, take a handful of the mixture and form it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball. Repeat until all the risotto is used.

  2. 5

    Prepare for Coating

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs.

  3. 6

    Coat the Balls

    Roll each risotto ball in flour, dip in the beaten egg, and then coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure they are fully covered.

Air Frying

  1. 7

    Preheat Air Fryer

    Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.

  2. 8

    Air Fry the Arancini

    Arrange the coated arancini balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking oil. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Once cooked, remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

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