Best Arancini Balls
Golden fried risotto balls with molten mozzarella — classic Italian arancini, perfect for parties.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
- Cold Parmesan risotto
- Mozzarella cubes + prosciutto
- Flour · egg · panko
- Oil for frying
Make & chill risotto.
Stuff with cheese → shape tight balls → chill.
Double-bread: flour → egg → panko → egg → panko.
Fry 350 °F 3–4 min until deep golden.
Serve hot with marinara.
- Cold risotto = perfect shape
- Double panko = stays crispy
- Freeze raw or fried for 3 months
- Day 2 reheated = still incredible
- Ragù filling = next-level Sicilian