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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Arancini That Will Have You Saying

Make Crispy Parmesan Crusted Arancini That Will Have You Saying at home with this easy, tested step-by-step recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Method

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Rice:Combine the cooked arborio rice, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well to combine.Pro Tip: Use leftover risotto for this recipe! You can make a simple risotto using your favorite recipe if you have no leftover risotto.
  2. Combine the cooked arborio rice, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well to combine.
  3. Pro Tip: Use leftover risotto for this recipe! You can make a simple risotto using your favorite recipe if you have no leftover risotto.
  4. Form the Arancini:Using your hands, shape the rice mixture into 1-inch balls.Note: If the mixture is too sticky, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs for til it’s easier
  5. Using your hands, shape the rice mixture into 1-inch balls.
  6. Note: If the mixture is too sticky, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs for til it’s easier
  7. Bread the Arancini:Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in three separate shallow dishes.Roll each arancini ball in flour, dip it in the beaten egg, and coat it thoroughly in breadcrumbs.Pro Tip: For extra crispy arancini, gently press the breadcrumbs into the balls before moving on to the next step.
  8. Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in three separate shallow dishes.
  9. Roll each arancini ball in flour, dip it in the beaten egg, and coat it thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
  10. Pro Tip: For extra crispy arancini, gently press the breadcrumbs into the balls before moving on to the next step.
  11. Fry the Arancini:Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).Carefully lower the breaded arancini into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.Pro Tip: If using a skillet, turn the arancini halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
  12. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  13. Carefully lower the breaded arancini into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  14. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  15. Pro Tip: If using a skillet, turn the arancini halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
  16. Drain and Serve:Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the arancini from the hot oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.Serve immediately, hot and crispy, with your favorite dipping sauce.
  17. Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the arancini from the hot oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  18. Serve immediately, hot and crispy, with your favorite dipping sauce.