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Arancini - Deep Fried Rice Balls Recipe

Nick @ DudeFoods.com
This recipe combines pork tenderloin, rice and cheese into delicious little deep fried balls that will leave you wanting more!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • leftover pork tenderloin
  • 2 quarts oil for frying
  • 1/2 slice mozzarella cheese for each rice ball
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3 cups breadcrumbs

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in deep fryer or heavy skillet to 375°F.
  • Slice leftover pork tenderloin into 1/2" cubes and wrap each one in mozzarella cheese.
  • Separate your leftover risotto into 2" balls and one by one press them into your palm, place a mozzarella-wrapped pork tenderloin cube into the middle, shape the rice around the pork tenderloin and roll into a ball.
  • Combine milk and eggs in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  • Coat each rice ball in flour, dip in egg wash and cover in breadcrumbs. Repeat this process again if necessary.
  • Fry rice balls for 2 minutes or until the breading is golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve with marinara or your preferred dipping sauce.
Keyword cheese, deep fried food