Arancini (Italian Rice Balls)

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  • Prep Time

    45 mins

  • Cook Time

    45 mins

  • Additional Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    244 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Arancini (Italian Rice Balls)

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Ingredients

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  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 4 oz. mozzarella cheese cut in ½-inch cubes (about 1 cup)
  • ¾ cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
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Instructions

  1. 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2. Beat eggs lightly with fork. Add the rice and stir gently but thoroughly.
  3. 3. Take 1 tablespoon of the mixture, place a cube of mozzarella in the middle and then top with another tablespoon of rice. Shape into a ball and roll in the breadcrumbs. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the rice mixture.
  4. 4. Refrigerate pan of rice balls for at least 30 minutes.
  5. 5. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 425°F. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over rice balls.
  6. 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with warm marinara sauce.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 244kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 69mg (23%) Sodium 340mg (14%) Potassium 87mg (2%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 235IU (5%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 136mg (14%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 244kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 340mg 14%
Potassium 87mg 2%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 235IU 5%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 136mg 14%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

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

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