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Air Fryer Arancini Balls

Arancini are traditionally a Sicilian appetizer perfect for any time of the year. These yummy Italian appetizers are great for company or any night of the week with the family. Arancini Balls in an air fryer is a quick and healthier way to make this delicious appetizer!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 128 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked arborio rice room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large eggs beaten

Instructions

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  1. Mix 2 cups of cooked arborio rice (room temperature) with 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella and freshly chopped parsley.
  2. Roll into 14 equal balls and make breading mixture. (This is when you can preheat the air fryer to 360F). If it is too sticky you can put it in the fridge for about 30 minutes and then roll them; it will be easier to get them into a ball shape.
  3. In a small bowl mix together breadcrumbs, flour, Italian seasoning, and salt and set aside.
  4. One at a time, dip a rice ball into the beaten egg and then roll into breading mixture covering all sides.
  5. Put rice balls in air fryer and cook for 16 minutes, lightly moving them around about halfway with tongs. Be sure not to crowd the air fryer, and work in batches if needed.
  6. Serve with marinara sauce and lightly garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 128kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 381mg (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 128

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 128kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 381mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.