Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsQuartiere'nduja Arancini Recipe

'nduja Arancini Recipe

Inspired by Quartiere
Time1h
Serves4

Parmesan risotto, 'nduja, mozzarella. Served with aleppo marinara

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Arancini

Aleppo Marinara

Method

Arancini Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Risotto

    Start by making your Parmesan risotto if you do not have any prepared. Cook Arborio rice according to your preferred recipe, stirring in grated Parmesan cheese at the end. Allow the risotto to cool completely.

  2. 2

    Mix Filling

    Once the risotto has cooled, mix in the 'nduja and diced mozzarella cheese until evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Form the Arancini

    Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the risotto mixture into your hand. Form it into a ball and ensure it is tightly packed. Repeat until all the mixture is used.

  4. 4

    Breading the Arancini

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Roll each risotto ball in flour, dip in eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs.

  5. 5

    Fry the Arancini

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Once hot, fry the arancini in batches until golden brown all over, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Aleppo Marinara Preparation

  1. 6

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 7

    Sauté Garlic

    Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 8

    Add Tomatoes and Season

    Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir. Season with Aleppo pepper, salt, and black pepper. Allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.

  4. 9

    Finish with Basil

    Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.

More from Quartiere