Arancini Recipe Bolognese
Enjoy our recipe for arancini di riso alla Bolognese. This idyllic street food is one of Italy’s most beloved antipasti. Made with creamy saffron risotto, coated with homemade artisanal breadcrumbs, and filled with slow-simmered Ragù Bolognese, Scamorza Affumicata, fresh basil, and garden peas, these rice balls are a sure crowdpleaser. From their crispy, golden-brown exterior to their flavorful, molten interior, these arancini are arguably the perfect single bite.
Arancini literally translates to “little oranges”, which is derived from their appearance. It is a bit of a process to make them from scratch, but the reward is well worth the effort. Ragù Bolognese is a perfect sauce for arancini due to its complexity and depth of flavor. Creamy, smoky Scamorza affumicata, a bite of fresh basil, and the brightness of spring peas perfectly complement the complexity of the ragù. The saffron in the risotto and homemade breadcrumbs only enrich the experience.
Having said that, feel free to mix it up. If you are not a fan of saffron, then omit it. If you find yourself with a vegetarian crowd to feed; then, use a meatless sauce. Whenever the local cheese shop has no Scamorza readily available; in that case, any soft or semi-soft cheese will work. Taleggio, Piave, Fontina Val d’Aosta — the choices are abundant. Want more of a bite? Try Gorgonzola.
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I would advise beginning this journey by reading the entire recipe first and obtaining any items crucial to its success. Do you have a deep fryer? No, then do you have a heavy-bottomed pan or Dutch oven deep enough to accommodate hot oil without a kitchen disaster? Wearing hot oil is not fun. Do you have an instant-read thermometer? If not, you can wing it, but it’s probably a better idea to buy one. Do you have a spider, slotted spoon, or a similar tool to extract the Arancini from the oil? Tongs work; nonetheless, it takes finesse to manipulate them and keep them intact.
An organized station is key. Do your prep, measure your ingredients, and have your tools ready. Make the ragù first because, once it is simmering, there is time to make the risotto and set up a breading station. Pour a glass of wine, put on your favorite Spotify station, and relax. Light some candles, take a deep breath or do whatever gets you in the mood to cook. Cooking is enjoyable — even meditative — when your ducks are in a row. Just be careful not to expose too many family members, friends, and co-workers to your new Arancini at once — or you may find yourself making them for every football game, potluck, poker night, and Godfather-themed party.
ABOUT RISOTTO: Risotto is not as complicated as some would have you believe, but it does require attention. Stir consistently but calmly. It should be a relaxing process. Be mindful when toasting the rice. It can burn quite quickly. Around 12-14 minutes, start checking the rice to see if it is approaching al dente. The rice will continue to cook for a few minutes after the heat is off.
Arancini Di Riso
ABOUT RAGÙ : Because the ragù needs time to simmer, you want to start with it. That way, you can complete the risotto and set up your breading station while the sauce slowly cooks down. Traditional Ragù Bolognese recipes often include milk to further enhance the richness of the sauce. If you choose to do so, add it at any point after the wine. The longer this sauce simmers, the more the flavors marry. If you have the time, simmer it as low-and-slow as possible. This recipe will produce enough ragù to set some aside for another dish: Tagliatelle, Spaghetti, Lasagne — whatever you like. Meat sauces usually keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator and for up to 6 months if frozen in an air-tight (preferably vacuum sealed) bag.
ABOUT BREADCRUMBS: If you do not have a food processor or blender, you can put the cubes of bread into a resealable bag and crush them with a rolling pin or frying pan. If you find yourself with days old bread, breadcrumbs, croutons, meatball filler, and a number of other applications are all better ideas than throwing bread in the trash. If you prefer to use store-bought breadcrumbs; no one will fault you. Making Arancini correctly is laborious enough without adding extra steps. In this situation, I would opt for a breadcrumb with a finer grind and less flaky texture than Panko.
ABOUT ASSEMBLY: Your yield will vary depending on the size of your hand, how you are cupping it, etcetera. The important thing is the finished rice ball is about the size of a golf ball. If your arancini are too large, the center may not get hot enough during cooking to melt the cheese. Some people prefer to use a small ice cream scoop to form rice balls. I like to use my hands. Either way, it takes a little practice. Make sure not to overfill the centers. This will cause the arancini to fall apart during cooking. If Scamorza is not available, use Mozzarella di Bufala Affumicata. Or, if you do not want a smoked cheese, any semi-soft cheese (Taleggio, Fontina, etc.) will work.
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ABOUT BREADING & FRYING: If you do not own an instant-read thermometer, it is a good idea to obtain one. Meat thermometers work fine. If you need to proceed without a thermometer, set the burner to medium heat. Gently move the arancini around in the oil to get an even cook. Use finesse as they are fragile. If you do not have a fry basket, use a spider or slotted spoon to remove the arancini from the oil without damaging them. Grabbing them with tongs could destroy them unless you are very careful. Remember you have put a lot of time, money, and effort into this project. It is definitely worth the few extra dollars to obtain the tools you need. Consider them an investment.I had a completely different article prepared- that was before I went to Sicily. The birthplace of arancini; but that doesn’t mean they don’t make a killer arancini elsewhere! I have been making this ‘hip enhancing’ deliciousness for quite a while now so I have a rough idea of what it’s all about… well I thought I did.
The authentic Sicilian arancini will vary from my below version which I preferred to omit the peas. I hope you like it
My first Arancini brings us to Naples which is so far one of my favorite places to be. Do not let the Camorra documentaries scare you off, because this is one place that you will go to and might end up not wanting to leave.
Pumpkin And Corn Arancini
Apart from the fact that the southern coast is not far off, there is the food, the scenery, and the little cafes with to die for coffee and pastries. The hospitality, the gelato that doesn’t leave you feeling worried you will lose a tooth! I love this city and cannot wait to go back!! But let’s get back to the arancini introduction, shall we?…
Insisting that I needed to try their arancini and croquette. I was intrigued, but as with many places in Napoli- looks can be deceiving.
Napoli is the place for cozy cafes or 'bar' as they call them with 'to die for' coffee and pastries. And let's not forget gelato that doesn't leave you feeling worried you will lose a tooth. Click To Tweet
Celino's Bolognese Large Arancini
So we stop by the store and the structure before me seemed less than appealing. It was an old dilapidated building with a few stools by the window and no customer in sight
. We walked in and for an establishment that sells fried food I expected to be thrown off by the smell but this wasn’t the case.
The service was quick and soon I had these massive rice balls filled with a rich bolognese sauce and mozzarella cheese. I had one, then another, and then I had Fran’s leftover, need I tell you if I liked it? I’ll let you fill in the blanks.
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We walked out and I instantly knew this was something I had to try making. I thought “how hard could it be to cook rice and minced meat stew and then put that together into a ball with some cheese in the middle coated in breadcrumbs?”. I was sure I would nail this!!!!
Well, a lot of things have gone wrong in my endless pursuit to make the perfect arancini. They cracked open during frying, and the end result of the rice was either too dry or too wet. And oh yeah, there was that moment I shaped them into balls instead of oval shapes and almost got exiled from home. Well, the shape is debatable if you are from Catania or Palermo.
Arancini can be served as an appetizer, at cocktail parties, for lunch, and as a main course. But be warned as they can be very filling so put that into consideration when choosing which course to use them for. This recipe makes 9 arancini.
Arancini Di Riso Alla Bolognese
In a heavy-based saucepan, heat 4
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