**Supplì di riso**, also known as rice balls or arancini, are a classic Italian dish that can be traced back to the 13th century. These delicious fried rice balls are made with leftover risotto, coated in breadcrumbs, and then fried until golden brown. They can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as mozzarella cheese, meat, or vegetables, making them a versatile and customizable dish.
Supplì di riso are a popular street food in Italy and can be found in many bars and restaurants. They are also a common dish to serve at parties and gatherings. The recipes in this article will guide you through the process of making supplì di riso from scratch, including tips on how to make the perfect risotto and how to fill and fry the rice balls. You will also find recipes for a variety of fillings, so you can customize your supplì di riso to your liking. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, these recipes will help you create delicious and authentic supplì di riso that will impress your friends and family.
ARANCINI DI RISO: SICILIAN RICE BALLS
Provided by Christina Conte
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the risotto by adding the rice to the heated oil in a large saute pan, and stirring quickly for one or two minutes. Quickly add the white wine while stirring. With the heat on medium high, begin adding the chicken stock a little at a time, and continuously stirring, until all the stock has been used and the rice is cooked, yet still al dente (I have a risotto recipe here on my blog). Taste; adding salt if necessary. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Add an egg to the risotto and mix well, then refrigerate for a few hours, or overnight.
- To make the arancini:
- Place some rice in your hand and flatten it into your cupped hand, but don't make it too thin, or the filling will ooze out. Place a piece of mozzarella, and/or a little tomato sauce (and peas, if using) in the center of the cupped rice. Next, close the rice around the filling and shape into a ball.
- If you'd like to make conical shapes, flatten the bottom of the ball, and make the top more pointed.
- Now, roll the shaped arancini in flour, then roll them in the beaten egg, and finally the breadcrumbs. Set aside until all of the rice has been used.
- Heat some oil in a deep fryer, pot or wok until it is very hot. Add the arancini, and cook quickly, turning often so they don't brown too much on one side. If serving immediately, fry for a few minutes, so the cheese will melt in the center. Remove from oil and place on paper towel lined plate or tray. (If you'd like to serve them at a later time, remove them quickly after just browning; then, just before serving, place them on a baking sheet and re-heat in the oven at 400ºF for 5 to 10 minutes.)
- Serve plain, or place on tray with a little tomato sauce and garnish with basil. You can also serve them with a little extra sauce on the side, although this isn't done in Italy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 181 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 20 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 35 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 2, Sodium 520 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams unsaturated fat
FRIED AND STUFFED RICE BALLS (ARANCINI DI RISO)
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Breading: Put the bread crumbs in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the risotto, bread crumbs, Parmesan, basil, and eggs. With damp hands, using about 2 tablespoons of the risotto mixture, form the mixture into 1 3/4-inch diameter balls. Make a hole in the center of each ball and insert a cube of Gorgonzola. Cover up the hole to completely enclose the cheese. Roll the balls in the breading to coat.
- In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour in enough oil to fill the pan about 1/3 of the way. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil reaches 350 degrees F. (If you dont have a thermometer, a cube of bread will brown in about 2 minutes.) In batches, fry the rice balls, turning occasionally, until golden, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a simmer over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and keep the broth hot.
- In a large, heavy saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently until tender, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat with the butter. Add the wine and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup hot broth and stir until almost completely absorbed, about 2 minutes. Continue cooking the rice, adding the broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each addition of broth to absorb before adding the next. Cook the rice until tender but still firm to the bite and the mixture is creamy, about 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the remaining butter, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Yield: 2 cups
SUPPLI DI RISO (RICE BALLS)
Steps:
- 1) Melt the butter in a large saute pan and add the shallots. Saute for 2 minutes. Add rice and brown for a few minutes over high heat. 2) Meanwhile, bring the chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepan. Add to the rice in small amounts, followed by the tomato basil sauce and and wine and cook until the rice cooks al denta (approximately 20 minutes). Add the parmesan cheese, then salt and pepper to tase. Turn over onto plate to cool. 3) After the rice cools, add the egg yolks and mix well. Form into golf ball size balls. Push a hole into the center of each and put a cube of mozarrella inside. Close with rice and set aside and repeat until approximately 24 balls are formed. When finished, dip each ball into beaten eggs and roll into breadcrumbs. 4) Heat the oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the balls until golden brown. Drain onto paper towels and serve hot!
ITALIAN RICE BALLS (SUPPLI DI RISO)
This is a fabulous recipe that my girls love to help me make (and eat!!). A word of warning though - they are rather moreish! The timings are approximations as I have no idea how long they take us to make. This recipe is from Ursula Ferrigno's Risotto.
Provided by HappyBunny
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 8 balls
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat stock in a large saucepan and keep on a constant simmer.
- Melt butter in another saucepan and add rice stirring to coat all the grains; Add stock, one ladle at a time until absorbed; Continue until the rice is tender but still firm, approximately 18-20 minutes.
- Add mozzarella, shallots, herbs, orange zest, parmesan, salt and pepper; mix and remove from the heat and allow to cool; The rice is much easier to shape when it is cool.
- Shape rice into 8 balls.
- Dip each one into beaten egg and coat well, then roll in the breadcrumbs, pressing crumbs into any areas that may look a bit bare.
- Heat oil in pan, add the rice balls and cook until golden all over; you can do this in two batches if necessary; Drain well on kitchen paper.
- Serve hot or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.8, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 60.5, Sodium 257.8, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 9.3
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients, especially for the rice. Arborio or Carnaroli rice are good choices.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any starch.
- Cook the rice in a flavorful broth, such as chicken or vegetable broth.
- Add a touch of saffron or turmeric to the rice for a beautiful golden color.
- Let the rice cool completely before shaping it into balls.
- Use a light touch when shaping the rice balls, so they don't fall apart.
- Coat the rice balls in breadcrumbs before frying them for a crispy coating.
- Serve the rice balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Suppli di riso are a delicious and versatile Italian dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of fillings and flavors. Whether you are a fan of traditional Italian cuisine or are looking for something new and exciting to try, suppli di riso are sure to please.
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