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Best Arancini Balls

Best Arancini Balls

Golden fried risotto balls with molten mozzarella — classic Italian arancini, perfect for parties.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Cold Parmesan risotto
  • Mozzarella cubes + prosciutto
  • Flour · egg · panko
  • Oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • 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.

Notes

  • 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