Arancini
Crispy golden rice balls stuffed with melty cheese and savory ham, served with a simple tomato sauce. A crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup diced ham
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix 2 cups cooked rice, 1/2 cup diced ham, and 1/2 tsp salt until well combined.
- 2
Shape the rice mixture into 8 balls, pressing a cube of mozzarella into the center of each and sealing the rice around it.
- 3
Beat 2 eggs in a shallow dish. Roll each rice ball in the beaten eggs, then coat evenly with 1 cup breadcrumbs.
- 4
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the arancini and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
- 5
In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup crushed tomatoes over low heat until simmering, about 5 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
- 6
Serve the hot arancini with the tomato sauce on the side for dipping.
- 7
Garnish with fresh lettuce and sunflower seeds if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- small saucepan
- mixing bowl
- shallow dish
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