Arancini di roso (Stuffed saffron risotto fritters)

Arancini di roso (Stuffed saffron risotto fritters)

May 20, 2018 0 By RimmersRecipes
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Arancini di roso (Stuffed saffron risotto fritters) BigOven - Save recipe or add to grocery list Yum
Prep Time 1 Hour
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Servings
People (2 each)
Ingredients
Prep Time 1 Hour
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Servings
People (2 each)
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Put the stock and saffron in a large saucepan and bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to low and leave to simmer gently.
  2. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium pan over a low heat, add the rice and stir well until all the grains are coated in butter. Add a ladleful of the hot stock and simmer gently, stirring constantly, until it has all been absorbed. Continue adding stock in this way for 20-25 minutes, until the rice is tender and creamy but still al dente.
  3. Remove from the heat and stir in the egg yolk, grated cheese and some seasoning to taste. Pour into a shallow baking tray, press cling film onto the surface and leave to go cold, then chill for 2 hours.
  4. Make the arancini. Using slightly wet hands, divide the risotto into palm sized pieces. Take 1 piece of risotto and flatten to a small disc. Put a large pinch of chopped ham and a few pieces of mozzarella into the centre and shape the rice around the filling into a ball, patching up any gaps with a little more risotto, if necessary. Repeat to make about 12
  5. Heat a deep-fat fryer to 180°C. Coat the risotto balls in beaten egg, then breadcrumbs and deep-fry in batches for 3-4 minutes, until crisp and golden. Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.