2021-08-15
By Nonna Giulia
Italian Cuisine
Appetizer
Use the "Rice" or "Manual" function on your Instant Pot to make creamy risotto quickly. This is the first step for your arancini filling, and it ensures the rice is perfectly cooked and ready for shaping into balls.
Skip the deep-frying mess by using your air fryer. Lightly coat the arancini in breadcrumbs and spray with a bit of oil. Air fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes for a crispy golden crust without the excess oil.
Use the induction cooker's precise temperature control to sauté your filling ingredients (like onions, garlic, and mushrooms) before mixing them into your risotto. The rapid heating ensures even cooking with minimal effort.
Cold mozzarella cheese or risotto is easier to handle and shape into arancini. It also prevents the cheese from sticking together and becoming mushy when frying.
Dip the arancini balls in a batter mixture. It's essential that each ball is fully coated to ensure that it doesn't fall apart during cooking.
Coat the arancini with breadcrumbs before frying to create a crispy outer layer.
The oil temperature should be around 350°F (175°C) to ensure the arancini cook evenly and don't absorb too much oil.
Frying too many arancini at once can lower the oil temperature, resulting in greasy and unevenly cooked arancini. Fry in small batches for the best results.
Drain the arancini on a paper towel or wire rack to remove excess oil and keep them crispy.
Arancini are best served hot and fresh out of the fryer. Don't let them sit for too long before serving or they may become soggy.
You can make arancini balls in different shapes or experiment with different fillings. Additionally, you can bake or air fry the arancini instead of deep-frying them.
Preparation Time 30 min
Cook Time 45 min
Total time 1 hr 15 min
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