Arancini
Cookware & equipmentInstructions describe the base batch. Ingredient quantities adjust to your selected servings; cooking times and pan sizes may need adjustment.
- Step 1
Follow the recipe
Use risotto that was chilled promptly and stored safely; divide into 16 portions.
- Step 2
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Enclose a small mozzarella cube in each portion and form a firm ball.
- Step 3
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Coat in flour, beaten eggs and breadcrumbs; refrigerate 20 minutes.
- Step 4
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Fry at 350°F in batches until golden and centers reach 165°F; serve with hot marinara. Time excludes making and chilling risotto; frying oil is not fully consumed.
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Large skillet with a lid
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Recipe notes & food safety
Editorial draft — cooking, timing and origin review pending. Kitchen testing: not tested. Origin review is pending; no historical attribution is claimed.
Cooking times are estimates; kitchen testing is pending. Review labels, allergies and household needs. Keep raw ingredients separate and follow the recipe's temperature guidance. Serving illustrations are AI-generated.