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Golden-Orange Arancini: A Crispy Italian Delight

Golden-Orange Arancini
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Difficulty Advanced
Time
Prep Time: 1 hr Cook Time: 1 hr Rest Time: 20 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
Servings 5
Calories 222.39
Best Season Fall, Winter, Suitable throughout the year
Description

The golden-orange arancini has soft rice with melted cheese and a filling of minced meat and vegetables in tomato sauce hidden under a crispy crust. The classic version of the Italian dish with meat ragout requires patience in preparing all the components, but it is worth it. Try to make sure that the arancini are evenly round and evenly fried on all sides.

Ingredients for the recipe
    For the main course
  • Homemade minced meat (200 g)
  • Arborio rice (270 g)
  • 0.5 pc Onions (40 g)
  • 0.5 pc Red Onion (37.5 g)
  • 0.5 pc Carrot (50 g)
  • 0.5 pc Celery stalk (22.5 g)
  • Frozen peas (100 g)
  • Tomatoes in their own juice (200 g)
  • 2 tsp Tomato paste (20 g)
  • Refined sunflower oil (130 ml)
  • Butter (40 g)
  • Saffron (0.5 g)
  • Parmesan (70 g)
  • Ground black pepper (2 g)
  • Salt (5 g)
  • Wheat flour for baking (50 g)
  • 2 pcs Chicken egg (120 g)
  • Breadcrumbs (200 g)
  • Water (400 ml)
    • For serving
  • Vegetables (as desired)
  • Fresh herbs (as desired)
STEP BY STEP PHOTO RECIPE
    GETTING READY
  1. PreparationPreparation for Classic Arancini
    The golden-orange arancini has soft rice with melted cheese and a filling of minced meat and vegetables in tomato sauce hidden under a crispy crust. The classic version of the Italian dish with meat ragout requires patience in preparing all the components, but it is worth it. Try to make sure that the arancini are evenly round and evenly fried on all sides.
    2. STEP 1
  2. Prepping IngredientsEvenly Chopped Veggies and Fine Parmesan
    Cut the onion and red onion into 3-4 mm cubes. Cut the carrot and celery stalk into approximately the same size pieces. Finely grate the Parmesan.
    3. STEP 2
  3. Infusing Saffron and Preparing Water for AranciniInfusing Saffron and Preparing Water for Arancini
    Boil 2 cups of water. Combine saffron and 1 tbsp of hot water in a cup or bowl. Leave until the mass is needed. Let the rest of the water cool to a lukewarm state.
    4. STEP 3
  4. Frying Onions to Golden Perfection for AranciniFrying Onions to Golden Perfection for Arancini
    Pour 1 tbsp of vegetable oil into a frying pan and heat it over medium heat. Drop the chopped onion into the hot oil. Fry it, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until light golden brown.
    5. STEP 4
  5. Frying Celery and Carrot with Onions for Arancini FillingFrying Celery and Carrot with Onions for Arancini Filling
    Add the celery and carrot pieces to the onion. Fry everything together, stirring, for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
    6. STEP 5
  6. Adding Flavor to the Vegetable Mixture for AranciniAdding Flavor to the Vegetable Mixture for Arancini
    Place the mince in the pan with the vegetables. Fry it, stirring constantly and breaking up large lumps with a spatula, for about 6-7 minutes, until the meat changes color and begins to brown.
    7. STEP 6
  7. Mixing Tomatoes, Peas, and Seasonings into the Minced MeatMixing Tomatoes, Peas, and Seasonings into the Minced Meat
    Add chopped tomatoes in their own juice and tomato paste to the minced meat. Add green peas, ⅓ tsp. salt and ⅕ tsp. ground black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly.
    8. STEP 7
  8. Slow-Cooking Mince and Vegetables for AranciniSlow-Cooking Mince and Vegetables for Arancini
    Reduce the heat under the pan to low. Cover it with a lid and simmer the mince with vegetables for 30-35 minutes. Then remove it from the heat and let it cool a little.
    9. STEP 8
  9. Enhancing Flavor for Arancini FillingEnhancing Flavor for Arancini Filling
    Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a second pan. Cook the sliced ​​red onion over medium heat, stirring constantly, until softened and browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
    10. STEP 9
  10. Toasting Arborio Rice with Caramelized Red Onion for Enhanced FlavorToasting Arborio Rice with Caramelized Red Onion for Enhanced Flavor
    Add arborio rice to red onion. Mix everything and heat for 1-2 minutes.
    11. STEP 10
  11. Infusing Saffron Flavor and Allowing AbsorptionInfusing Saffron Flavor and Allowing Absorption
    Pour the saffron solution and 1.5 cups of warm water into the rice. Stir and wait until the water boils. Cover the pan with a lid, remove it from the heat, let the rice stand, and absorb the water for 20 minutes.
    12. STEP 11
  12. Mixing Rice with Parmesan, Seasonings, and Butter for AranciniMixing Rice with Parmesan, Seasonings, and Butter for Arancini
    Transfer the rice to a bowl, add grated Parmesan, ⅓ tsp salt and ⅕ tsp ground black pepper. Add butter. Mix everything well and leave until completely cool.
    13. STEP 12
  13. Egg Mixture and Breadcrumbs for Arancini CoatingEgg Mixture and Breadcrumbs for Arancini Coating
    Pour the remaining warm water into a clean bowl, break the eggs into it, and add flour. Stir with a whisk so that there are no dry lumps left in the batter. Pour the breadcrumbs into another bowl.
    14. STEP 13
  14. Creating Rice Cakes with Savory FillingCreating Rice Cakes with Savory Filling
    Take the rice mass with a tablespoon, and shape it into a flat cake. Put 2-3 teaspoons of minced meat with vegetables in the center of the cake. Connect the edges of the rice cake over the filling, and trim the product to form a ball. Form all the arancini in the same way.
    15. STEP 14
  15. Dipping in Batter and Rolling in BreadcrumbsDipping in Batter and Rolling in Breadcrumbs
    Dip each of the resulting rice balls in the egg-flour batter one by one, then roll them in breadcrumbs. Place the pieces on a board or plate.
    16. STEP 15
  16. Achieving a Crispy Golden CrustAchieving a Crispy Golden Crust
    Pour vegetable oil into a deep saucepan and let it heat up over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and drop 3-4 rice balls into the oil.
     
    Fry the balls, turning them occasionally with a slotted spoon, for 5-6 minutes until golden-orange crust. Fry all the blanks in the same way.
    17. MAKE AN IMPRESSION
  17. Pairing Arancini with a Fresh Vegetable and Herb Salad
    Serve arancini with a salad of fresh vegetables and herbs.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 222.39kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.36g20%
Total Carbohydrate 22.17g8%
Protein 6.23g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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