Italian Rice Balls (Suppli Di Riso) Recipe

Name: Italian Rice Balls (Suppli Di Riso)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 800 ml vegetable stock; 50 g unsalted butter; 275 g risotto rice; 175 g mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes; 6 shallots, finely sliced; 1/2 cup mixed herbs, chopped (parsley, basil & oregano; recipe says handful); 1 finely grated large unwaxed orange, zest of; 6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (please use fresh cheese); 6 tablespoons olive oil, for frying; salt and pepper; FOR THE BREADCRUMBS; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 50 g fresh breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

800 ml vegetable stock
50 g unsalted butter
275 g risotto rice
175 g mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
6 shallots, finely sliced
1/2 cup mixed herbs, chopped (parsley, basil & oregano; recipe says handful)
1 finely grated large unwaxed orange, zest of
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (please use fresh cheese)
6 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
salt and pepper
FOR THE BREADCRUMBS
1 egg, lightly beaten
50 g fresh breadcrumbs

1
Heat stock in a large saucepan and keep on a constant simmer.
2
Melt butter in another saucepan and add rice stirring to coat all the grains; Add stock, one ladle at a time until absorbed; Continue until the rice is tender but still firm, approximately 18-20 minutes.
3
Add mozzarella, shallots, herbs, orange zest, parmesan, salt and pepper; mix and remove from the heat and allow to cool; The rice is much easier to shape when it is cool.
4
Shape rice into 8 balls.
5
Dip each one into beaten egg and coat well, then roll in the breadcrumbs, pressing crumbs into any areas that may look a bit bare.
6
Heat oil in pan, add the rice balls and cook until golden all over; you can do this in two batches if necessary; Drain well on kitchen paper.
7
Serve hot or cold.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 800 ml vegetable stock, 50 g unsalted butter, 275 g risotto rice, 175 g mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes, and more.

Yes, Italian Rice Balls (Suppli Di Riso) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Italian Rice Balls (Suppli Di Riso)

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