
Homemade Sicilian Arancini
Sicilian arancini are one of the most famous and beloved dishes of Sicilian cuisine. These delicious rice balls, crispy on the outside and with a soft and flavorful center, are a true symbol of the island's gastronomic culture. Making them at home takes some time, but the final result will be truly satisfying!
Ingredients
- Rice (originario or arborio)
1Kg1Kg - Vegetable broth
2L2L - Butter
100g100g - Grated parmigiano reggiano
100g100g - Saffron
1unit1unit - Saltas needed
- For the ragù filling
- Ground meat (beef or a mix of beef and pork)
300g300g - Tomato sauce
200g200g - Peas
100g100g - Onion
1unit1unit - Carrot
1unit1unit - Celery stalk
1unit1unit - Red wine
50mL50mL - Extra virgin olive oil
2unit2unit - Pepperas needed
- For the breading
- All-purpose flour
200g200g - Eggs
3unit3unit - Breadcrumbsas needed
- Seed oil for fryingas needed
Preparation
- STEP 1 OF 5
Cook the rice in the vegetable broth, adding a pinch of salt. When the broth is almost completely absorbed, add the butter, Parmigiano, and saffron dissolved in a bit of hot broth. Mix well to obtain creamy rice, then spread it on a baking sheet and let it cool completely.
- STEP 2 OF 5
In a pan, sauté finely chopped onion, carrot, and celery with olive oil. Add the ground meat and brown it. Deglaze with red wine and let it evaporate. Add the tomato sauce, peas, a pinch of salt and pepper, then cook on low heat for about 30 minutes. Let the ragù cool before using it as a filling.
- STEP 3 OF 5
Take a handful of rice and shape it in the palm of your hand to form a hollow. Add a spoonful of ragù and, if desired, a cube of mozzarella for a melty center. Close the rice around the filling, forming a ball or a cone shape, typical of eastern Sicily.
- STEP 4 OF 5
Dip each arancino first in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally in breadcrumbs, ensuring it is well coated. Fry the arancini in plenty of hot oil until they are golden and crispy. Drain them on absorbent paper.
- STEP 5 OF 5
Serve the arancini hot to best enjoy the contrast between the crispy exterior and the soft filling.
Suggestions
Arancini ragù
Arancini pistacchio
Arancine accarne
Arancini alla norma
Arancini misti
Arancini al burro
Arancini dolci pistacchio e cioccolato
Arancini alla nduja calabrese
Arancini alla carbonara
Arancini pollo e curry
Arancini pistacchio e salsiccia
Arancini agli anelletti palermitani
Arancini quattro formaggi e barbabietola
Arancini alla zucca e provola
Arancini mortadella e limone
Arancini con carne sfilacciata
General Information
More information
To make the preparation easier, you can prepare the rice and ragù the day before and assemble the arancini the next day. Try creative variations with pistachio, mushroom, or cheese fillings!
Origin
Italia, Sicilia
Analysis
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Macronutrients (100 gr)
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Energy (kcal) | 132.39 |
Carbohydrates (g) | 10.01 |
of which Sugars (g) | 1.89 |
Fat (g) | 8.3 |
of which Saturates (g) | 2.21 |
Protein (g) | 4.47 |
Fiber (g) | 0.54 |
Sale (g) | 0.17 |
- Proteins4.47g·19%
- Carbohydrates10.01g·43%
- Fats8.3g·36%
- Fibers0.54g·2%