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Sicilian Arancini

Cultural Context

Originating from Sicily, arancini are a beloved street food, traditionally made with leftover risotto. These crispy rice balls symbolize resourcefulness and creativity in Italian cuisine. Today, arancini have gained popularity worldwide, with various fillings and flavors reflecting local tastes.

ITITappetizer
6 servings
Servings4
1 x can of Mutti Doppio Concentrato (Double concentrate tomato sauce)
150g baby peas
550-600g mixed pork/veal mince
1 carrot (chopped into pieces)
1 celery branch (chopped into pieces)
¼ onion (chopped into pieces)
4-5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
A few pinches of table salt
Generous bunch of fresh basil leaves
1 glass of water
1 fresh mozzarella ball (or Fior di latte)
500g Aborio rice
Thin slice of butter
¼ onion (chopped into pieces)
1 x vegetable stock cube
Fresh breadcrumbs in a wide bowl
1L water
Small bowl of water for your hands
2 eggs
Vegetable oil (enough for frying)
1

Put the frypan on the stove at a medium-high heat.

2

Add 4-5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil along with the chopped carrot, celery and onion until it begins to brown, then add the mince.

3

Mix the meat through using a wooden spoon and turning it over until both sides begin to brown.

4

After a couple of minutes, add fresh basil by breaking the leaves into small pieces, peas and a glass of water.

5

Leave this simmering and once it reduces, add the Mutti concentrate and mix just through.

6

Add a tablespoon of salt after 2 minutes and mix it once again.

7

Leave this to simmer on the stove on a medium-low heat for around 10 minutes.

Equipment Needed

1 x medium size non-stick frypan1 x medium pot for rice1 x whisk or fork1 x wooden spoon1 x medium tray

Allergens

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Local Name: Arancini siciliani

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