Crispy Rice Balls with Leftover Rice | How To Make Italian Arancini Balls | Quick & Easy Appetizer

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Cheddar is often less expensive and provides a different flavor profile.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a more affordable cheese with similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly option for frying.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can be a cost-effective substitute for breading.

Heat a pan and add a little olive oil.

Once the oil is hot, add finely chopped garlic and red chili flakes.

Add leftover rice to the pan and mix well.

Add some dried oregano for flavor.

Pour in some water and mix everything well.

Add salt to taste and mix again.

Add cheese to the mixture and stir until the cheese melts completely.

Once the cheese has melted, remove the mixture from heat.

Let the mixture cool slightly until it is medium-cold, then shape it into balls.

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