Arancini

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 1/4 cup unsalted butter to a pan.
  2. 2Add 1/2 medium minced onion to the pan.
  3. 3Stir the onion in the butter.
  4. 4Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning or parsley, salt, and pepper to the pan.
  5. 5Add 1 cup arborio rice to the pan.
  6. 6Stir the rice with the other ingredients.
  7. 7Add 1/2 cup white wine or vermouth to the pan.
  8. 8Stir the mixture.
  9. 9Add 2 cups warmed chicken stock to the pan, one ladle at a time, stirring after each addition until absorbed.
  10. 10Add 1 cup grated Parmesan to the pan.
  11. 11Stir until the Parmesan is melted and incorporated.
  12. 12Add a knob of butter and chopped parsley leaves to the risotto.
  13. 13Spread the risotto mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  14. 14Cut the cooled risotto into squares.
  15. 15Take a square of risotto and flatten it in your hand.
  16. 16Place a piece of mozzarella in the center.
  17. 17Form the risotto around the mozzarella into a ball.
  18. 18Roll the arancini in flour.
  19. 19Dip in egg.
  20. 20Roll in breadcrumbs.
  21. 21Deep fry the arancini until golden brown and crispy.
  22. 22Spoon marinara sauce onto a plate.
  23. 23Arrange the fried arancini on top of the marinara sauce.
  24. 24Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.5 medium onion, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.75 teaspoon Italian seasoning or parsley
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 0.5 cup white wine or vermouth
  • 2 cups chicken stock, warmed
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • Chopped parsley leaves
  • Mozzarella

Equipment

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