Rice Balls with Pepperoni and Cheese

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Delicious rice balls filled with pepperoni and cheese, served with marinara sauce.

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Rice Balls with Pepperoni and Cheese are delicious spheres of creamy Arborio rice filled with flavorful pepperoni and gooey mozzarella cheese. These crispy, fried treats are a perfect blend of textures and tastes. Let’s get to the recipe!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni, finely chopped
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

How to Make Rice Balls with Pepperoni and Cheese:

1. Preparing the Rice Base:

Begin by simmering the Arborio rice in chicken broth until it achieves a creamy consistency. Once cooked, allow it to cool before folding in the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Crafting the Filling:

In a separate bowl, mix the mozzarella cheese and chopped pepperoni. This combination will serve as the flavorful core of our rice balls.

3. Shaping the Rice Balls:

With moistened hands, shape the rice into golf ball-sized spheres. Create an indent in the center of each ball and spoon in the pepperoni and cheese mixture. Enclose the filling by reshaping the rice around it, ensuring a seamless exterior.

4. Coating and Frying:

Dredge each rice ball first in all-purpose flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally in breadcrumbs. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan and fry the rice balls until they attain a golden-brown hue.

5. Serving with Flair:

Serve the rice balls hot, accompanied by marinara sauce. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an added touch of elegance.


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