Cauliflower Rice (Arancini) Balls - Air Fryer Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between arancini and rice balls? ›

Although the preparation of arancini is very similar to that of supplì there are two significant distinctions. Arancini are generally considerably larger than supplì, about twice the size. An arancino is more likely to be stuffed with ragù (or peas and prosciutto) rather than having it incorporated into the rice.

Preheat a 3.5-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F. Place the remaining 1/2 cup breadcrumbs in a small bowl, then roll the arancini in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated. Add the arancini to the basket and spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray. Cook until golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes.

If you don't have a lot of time to chill the rice, make sure it's spread out as thin as possible. It's important for the starches to gel in order for the rice balls to stick together. The minimum amount of time that I have chilled the rice is 1 hour, and the arancini held together successfully.

The air fryer offers a quick way to reheat arancini while keeping them crispy. First, set the air fryer to 350°F (180°C). Place the arancini in the basket so they're not touching, and heat for 4-8 minutes, depending on their size. Spritzing the arancini with oil is optional but can help with crispness.

Leftover risotto: Typically these rice stuffed balls are made with arborio rice or leftover risotto. Fillings: There are a variety of fillings you can choose, I kept it simple and used mozzarella. Frying tips: When frying in oil be sure to get oil hot enough, I recommend 350°F.

Trader Joe's Arancini Bites is a quick party appetizer in the freezer section. A full review of Trader Joe's Arancini Bites follows.

Arancini is one of those words, so it's pronounced like “ar-an-chee-nee,” with emphasis on the “chee” and a rolled “r” if you want to sound authentically Italian!

To make them into a heartier meal, pair arancini with a salad like Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad or Panzanella Salad. Or, with your favorite protein, like Italian-Style Skillet Chicken Breast.

You can eat the arancini hot out of the fryer, or store in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 5 days. To reheat, place in oven (or toaster oven) preheated to 400 degrees for 10 minutes, or reheat in an air fryer at 400 degrees for 5 minutes.

(If you're not planning to fry them right away, arrange them on a small baking sheet in a single layer, cover and refrigerate until cooking, up to 2 or 3 days in advance. If the risotto mixture isn't cold, it can fall apart in the hot oil.)

Why do my rice balls fall apart when frying? ›

Short or medium-grain rice is required as its sticky nature helps shape the onigiri without falling apart. Long-grain rice such as Jasmine rice isn't sticky enough. Using warm rice helps the onigiri hold its shape as cold rice isn't very sticky. Wet your hands with water and apply a pinch of salt.

Risotto Rice Balls, also known as Arancini di Riso, are a Sicilian fried snack made with only 4 ingredients. Leftover risotto is rolled into balls, breaded and fried and they come with a cheesy center. Usually round or cone shaped, they are delicious served with an easy tomato dipping sauce.

Arancini, this delightful snack that holds its place in Italian cuisine as Sicilian street food. A ball of risotto rice, seasoned and flavoured and stuffed with cheese, coated in breadcrumbs and traditionally deep fried.

Very often arancini are just wrapped in a serviette and handed over to the customer to eat standing up at the counter. They are unsurpassable finger food and the perfect accompaniment for a drink.

Cheesy Italian Arancini Rice Balls

🙂 Great for making ahead - they keep in the fridge for 3 days, then just reheat at 350F/180C for 10 minutes!

Arancini derives from the Sicilian plural diminutive of aranciu ( transl. orange), from their shape and colour which, after cooking, is reminiscent of an orange. In Sicilian, arancini is grammatically plural.

Onigiri (お握り or 御握り), also known as omusubi (お結び), nigirimeshi (握り飯), or rice ball, is a Japanese food made from white rice formed into triangular or cylindrical shapes and often wrapped in nori.

Some contain a ragu and others remain meat-free, but whatever you choose they are one of the tastiest ways to use up leftover risotto. Arancini are normally served as antipasti but can also be served as a starter; they also make fantastic finger food at a party (just be sure to make them bite size).