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 mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
- 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
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