How to make Italian Arancini Balls

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.

Prepare Arborio rice according to recipe until creamy and cooked through.

Let rice cool completely in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Once cooled, mix in parmesan cheese until combined.

Shape a small amount of rice into a ball, about the size of a golf ball.

Dredge each ball in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with bread crumbs.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the arancini in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Serve hot with tomato garlic dip.

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