BeefArancini: Recipe-of-Sicily’s- Golden- Bites -with -a -Savory- Twist

BeefArancini: Sicily’s Golden Bites with a Savory Twist

Beef Arancini

Sicily’s Golden Bites with a Savory Twist

A Taste of Sicily from Let's Organic Recipes Golden, crispy, and filled with rich, flavorful beef, Organic Beef Arancini is a delicious variation of Sicily’s famous rice balls. Made with high-quality organic ingredients, these arancini have a hearty, meaty center wrapped in creamy risotto and a crispy golden crust. Enjoy them as a gourmet snack or an authentic Italian appetizer.

Difficulty

Moderate

DOSES FOR

4–6 people

COOKING

1h 30m

PREPARATION

NORMAL

EDITED BY

LET'S ORGANIC

Organic Arborio White Rice
Organic Arborio White Rice

Quantity

2 cups

organic beef broth
organic beef broth

Quantity

4 cups

organic unsalted butter
organic unsalted butter

Quantity

2 tbsp

Parmesan cheese(grated)
Parmesan cheese(grated)

Quantity

½ cup

Salt
Salt

Quantity

to taste

black pepper
black pepper

Quantity

to taste

ground beef
ground beef

Quantity

250g

onion (finely chopped)
onion (finely chopped)

Quantity

1 small

garlic (minced)
garlic (minced)

Quantity

2 cloves

organic tomato sauce
organic tomato sauce

Quantity

½ cup

dried oregano
dried oregano

Quantity

½ tsp

red pepper flakes
red pepper flakes

Quantity

(optional)

Organic mozzarella
Organic mozzarella

Quantity

100g

olive oil
olive oil

Quantity

1 tbsp

breadcrumbs
breadcrumbs

Quantity

1½

all-purpose flour
all-purpose flour

Quantity

1 cup

eggs (beaten)
eggs (beaten)

Quantity

2

frying oil
frying oil

Quantity

as desire

Method

Cook the Risotto

  • In a pot, bring the organic beef broth to a boil. Add Arborio rice and cook until the liquid is fully absorbed, stirring occasionally. Second bullet point

  • Remove from heat, stir in butter and Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper. Let the risotto cool completely.

Prepare the Beef Filling

  • In a pan, heat organic olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.

  • Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

  • Stir in tomato sauce, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until thick. Let it cool completely.

Shape the Arancini

  • Take a portion of the cooled risotto, flatten it in your palm, and place a spoonful of the beef filling along with a cube of mozzarella in the center.

  • Gently shape it into a ball, ensuring the filling is enclosed. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Coat for the Perfect Crunch

  • Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate bowls.

  • Coat each rice ball in flour, dip it in beaten eggs, and then roll it in breadcrumbs for an even coating.

Fry to Golden Perfection

  • Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

  • Carefully place the coated rice balls into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

  • Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  • Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Serve & Enjoy

  • Serve warm with a side of organic marinara sauce or basil pesto.

Pro Tip

  • For a healthier version, bake the arancini at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Enjoy ! Your Meal