Barbacoa Arancini Recipe
cilantro stem, arborio rice, red pepper agro dolce, cotija cheese
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Barbacoa Arancini
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Arborio Rice
In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft. Add Arborio rice, stirring for 2 minutes. Gradually add vegetable broth, one cup at a time, stirring frequently until rice is creamy and al dente. Stir in chopped cilantro stems, salt, and black pepper. Allow to cool.
- 2
Form the Arancini
Once the rice mixture is cool, mix in crumbled Cotija cheese and red pepper agro dolce. Form the mixture into balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 3
- 4
Fry the Arancini
In a deep pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the arancini in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the Barbacoa Arancini warm, with extra red pepper agro dolce drizzled on top if desired.
