Arancini
Italian · Western Europe
Top Pick
STOVETOP
7/10
Deep-fried risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella and ragu, coated in breadcrumbs.
Why It Works
Chilling the risotto firms the starch so it holds its shape. The double breading creates a shatteringly crisp shell that contrasts with the molten cheese center.
Key Ingredients
leftover risotto
mozzarella
ragu
breadcrumbs
eggs
flour
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