Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsVelvet BellyArancini Recipe

Arancini Recipe

Inspired by Velvet Belly
Time1h
Serves4

mozzarella, marinara, parmesan

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Ingredients

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Arancini Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Risotto

    In a saucepan, heat the vegetable broth and keep warm. In a separate large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent. Stir in Arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes. Gradually add warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed. Continue until rice is creamy and al dente. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 2

    Form the Arancini

    Once the risotto is cool, mix in the egg, mozzarella, parmesan, salt, and pepper. With wet hands, take a handful of the mixture and form a ball. Make a small indentation and place a piece of mozzarella in the center, then reshape into a ball. Repeat until all mixture is used.

  3. 3

    Coat the Arancini

    Dredge each ball in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.

  4. 4

    Fry the Arancini

    In a deep pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Fry the arancini in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

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