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Spicy Italian Rice Balls (Arancini)

Servings: 20

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Italian Arborio rice
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 3 cups Marinara sauce
  • 20 pieces Mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
  • 2 eggs Eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups Bread crumbs
  • for frying Vegetable oil

Instructions:

  1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Stir in salt and rice. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is al dente, about 18 to 20 minutes. Drain rice and let it cool.
  2. Mix cayenne pepper into the prepared rice.
  3. Form the rice into 20 balls, pressing a piece of mozzarella into the center of each, then closing the rice around it.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375˚F (190˚C).
  5. Dip the rice balls into the beaten eggs, then coat well with the breadcrumbs.
  6. Fry the rice balls in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Ensure they are not touching and turn occasionally for even color.
  7. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  8. Serve hot with marinara sauce.