Arancini di Riso

Arancini di Riso are delicious Italian rice balls, perfect for a vegetarian breakfast, filled with creamy mozzarella and coated in a crispy golden breadcrumb crust. These bite-sized delights are both satisfying and flavorful, making them a great start to your day.

Ingredients

• Arborio rice - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Mozzarella cheese - 50 grams, cubed
• Egg - 1 large
• Breadcrumbs - 100 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Olive oil - for frying
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer.
2. In another pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
3. Add the Arborio rice to the pot, stirring for 1-2 minutes until the rice is well-coated with oil.
4. Gradually add the simmering vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the rice is cooked al dente, about 18-20 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5. Once cooled, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
6. Once cool, take a small amount of the rice mixture in your palm, flatten it, and place a cube of mozzarella in the center. Form the rice around the cheese to create a ball approximately the size of a golf ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
7. Set up a dredging station with a plate of flour, a bowl with the beaten egg, and a plate of breadcrumbs.
8. Roll each rice ball in flour, dip in the egg, and then coat with breadcrumbs.
9. In a deep frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Fry the arancini in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
10. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains protein from cheese and egg for muscle repair.

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