AVOCADO ARANCINI WITH CREAMY AVOCADO RANCH DIP
My Mother was Italian and she prepared homemade arancini (which in Italian means fried rice balls) for special occasions and parties. Hers were very traditional Sicilian and delicious. I prepare so many of my Mother's original recipes today, but I also enjoy changing things up by trying non-traditional ingredients and spices or maybe changing the cooking method. I think that combining flavors from different cultures can be so much fun. It really opens your eyes to the limitless boundaries of cooking. For this recipe, the key to success is using a cooking thermometer to ensure that your oil remains at the proper temperature so that the arancini brown evenly and the cheese melts without burning them on the outside. Enjoy!
Provided by flyincook
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 48m
Yield 30-36 arancini, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the rice according to the package directions. Spread the cooked rice out on a cookie sheet and let cool for 10 minutes, then place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes until cold.
- While the rice chills, cook the bacon until crisp, then drain well on paper towels. Crumble the bacon and set aside until ready to use.
- Cut the 2 Mexican avocados in half and remove the pits. Scrape the flesh from 3 of the 4 halves into a medium mixing bowl. Scrape the 4th avocado half into a separate small bowl. Add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice to each bowl and mash the contents of both bowls well with a fork. Add the sour cream and ranch dressing mix to the small bowl and whisk together until you have a smooth, creamy consistency, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use. To the medium mixing bowl, add the oregano, red pepper flakes, sun-dried tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, cooked bacon, salt and pepper and mix well. Stir in the cooked, chilled rice and mix well again.
- Beat the two eggs in a small shallow bowl. Pour the Italian bread crumbs into a small shallow dish.
- Pour enough canola oil into a medium frying pan to reach a depth of 3/4 inch. Heat the oil until it reaches a temperature of 350 degrees. Use a teaspoon to scoop up the rice mixture and roll it into 1-inch diameter balls. Place each rice ball into the egg, then into the bread crumbs to coat. Fry the arancini in small batches in the hot oil for 3 minutes, until golden brown on all sides. Transfer the cooked arancini to a paper towel lined platter to drain. Serve them warm with the cool avocado ranch dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.8, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 102.7, Sodium 812.5, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 15.6
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Madison Spencer
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my arancini didn't turn out crispy at all. They were soft and mushy, and they didn't hold their shape. The ranch dip was good, but it couldn't save the arancini.
Ayebare Doreen
[email protected]These arancini were a disappointment. The avocado flavor was completely lost, and the arancini were just bland. The ranch dip was also bland, and it didn't add any flavor to the arancini.
Shufian Chowdhery
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my arancini turned out really oily. The breading was soggy, and the avocado filling was bland. The ranch dip was good, but it couldn't save the arancini.
Ishmael Jafi
[email protected]I thought these arancini were just okay. The avocado flavor was a bit too subtle for my taste, and the arancini were a bit dry. The ranch dip was good, but it didn't really make up for the blandness of the arancini.
Alee Daniyal
[email protected]These arancini were a bit more work to make than I expected, but they were worth it. The arancini were crispy and flavorful, and the ranch dip was delicious. I would definitely make these again for a special occasion.
Nazari Farid
[email protected]I made these arancini for my family and they loved them! The arancini were crispy, creamy, and flavorful. The ranch dip was also a hit. I will definitely be making these again.
juliet falisong
[email protected]These arancini were easy to make and they turned out perfectly. The arancini were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. The ranch dip was also really good. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Itz Mee030
[email protected]I'm not a fan of avocado, but I really enjoyed these arancini. The avocado flavor was subtle and creamy, and it paired perfectly with the crispy breading. The ranch dip was also delicious.
Steve Kurdi
[email protected]These arancini were delicious! I loved the crispy breading and the creamy avocado filling. The ranch dip was also really good. I would definitely make these again.
ShoukatSk Shoro
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my arancini didn't turn out crispy at all. They were soft and mushy, and they didn't hold their shape. The ranch dip was good, but it couldn't save the arancini.
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[email protected]These arancini were a disappointment. The avocado flavor was completely lost, and the arancini were just bland. The ranch dip was also bland, and it didn't add any flavor to the arancini.
Nozipho Nsibande
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my arancini turned out really oily. The breading was soggy, and the avocado filling was bland. The ranch dip was good, but it couldn't save the arancini.
Sunday Tofunmi
[email protected]I thought these arancini were just okay. The avocado flavor was a bit too subtle for my taste, and the arancini were a bit dry. The ranch dip was good, but it didn't really make up for the blandness of the arancini.
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[email protected]These arancini were a bit more work to make than I expected, but they were worth it. The arancini were crispy and flavorful, and the ranch dip was delicious. I would definitely make these again for a special occasion.
Waleedshah Mother
[email protected]I made these arancini for my family, and they loved them! The arancini were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and the ranch dip was the perfect dipping sauce. I will definitely be making these again.
Guy Yoann Nganji
[email protected]These arancini were so easy to make, and they turned out perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly, and I was really happy with the results. The arancini were crispy, creamy, and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking fo
Rana Shahbazrajpoot
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of avocado, but these arancini changed my mind. The avocado flavor was subtle and creamy, and it paired perfectly with the crispy breading. The ranch dip was also delicious, and it added a nice tangy flavor to the dish.
Saumya Dilshan
[email protected]Wow, this avocado arancini with creamy avocado ranch dip was a huge hit at my dinner party! The arancini were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and the ranch dip was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.