Arancini (Risotto Balls)

Name: Arancini (Risotto Balls)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: American

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"Prepare out of leftover risotto this incredible and tasty Arancini. They are crunchy, creamy and super cheesy."

-- @blissofcooking

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Prep time: 10mins

Cook time: 5mins

Serves or Makes: 10

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Step 1
Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites into a separate bowl and add the yolk to the leftover risotto. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
Step 2
Place into a plates the flour(in one) and the bread crumbs (in another).
Step 3
Divide the risotto into 2 tablespoon portions and tuck a piece of mozzarella cheese in middle of the risotto balls. Just make sure to completely cover the cheese with the rice.
Step 4
Once the risotto balls are all ready, dredge them into the flour and roll until coated, than transfer to the egg white, coat well and as final step dredge them into the bread crumbs. Proceed same for all the risotto balls.
Step 5
Heat frying oil into medium-high heat and add risotto balls. Cook until golden brown (it will take 2-3 minutes). Once the risotto balls are cooked you can sprinkle some parmesan cheese on top and serve them with some marinara sauce. Enjoy!!