Description
These crispy Arancini (Rice Balls) are filled with gooey mozzarella and served with a flavorful marinara sauce, making them a delicious appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked white rice, cooled
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 3 eggs
- 8 small cubes fresh mozzarella
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Oil, for frying
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade marinara sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: Mix rice, Parmesan, and eggs. Take a scoop, press a mozzarella cube into the center, and form into balls.
- Bread the balls: Dip each ball in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry: Fry the balls until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with different cheeses or meats.
- For a healthier option, try baking the arancini instead of frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arancini ball
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg