Italian Stuffed Rice Balls (Suppli Alla Telefono)

Name: Italian Stuffed Rice Balls (Suppli Alla Telefono)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SUPPLI RICE BALLS; 4 cloves garlic, diced; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 onion, chopped; 8 ounces arborio rice or 8 ounces risotto rice, cooked (italian); 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 2 ounces butter, melted; 3 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1 buffalo mozzarella; 2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes; 2 ounces flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 4 ounces fresh white breadcrumbs; vegetable oil (for frying); salt & freshly ground black pepper; POMODORA SAUCE; 1 cup chopped red onion; 2 lbs fresh tomatoes, cut in half,seeded,and diced; 2 tablespoons fresh garlic; 4 ounces red wine; 4 -6 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 4 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped; 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; pepper; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper

Servings: persons

SUPPLI RICE BALLS
4 cloves garlic, diced
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
8 ounces arborio rice or 8 ounces risotto rice, cooked (italian)
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 ounces butter, melted
3 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 buffalo mozzarella
2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes
2 ounces flour
2 eggs, beaten
4 ounces fresh white breadcrumbs
vegetable oil (for frying)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
POMODORA SAUCE
1 cup chopped red onion
2 lbs fresh tomatoes, cut in half,seeded,and diced
2 tablespoons fresh garlic
4 ounces red wine
4 -6 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
4 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped
4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper
1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper

1
~~~RICEBALLS~~~.
2
Heat the olive oil in a pan with the garlic and onion.
3
Cook until soft and add the basil.
4
Add the cooked rice, season and blend it all together well.
5
Pour the rice into a bowl, place in the fridge to chill.
6
When cold, fold in the Parmesan and butter.
7
Divide the rice into small balls of equal size pieces.
8
Cut the mozzarella and sun dried tomatoes into half inch size pieces.
9
Push a piece of mozzarella and tomatoes into the center of each rice ball.
10
Reform the rice, pulling back over the cheese and tomato, ensuring it is completely enclosed.
11
Coat the rice balls in seasoned flour (salt and pepper) then beaten egg, then into the breadcrumbs.
12
Deep fry the balls in hot vegetable oil for 3-5 minutes until golden and crisp.
13
Drain on kitchen paper.
14
~~~POMODORASAUCE~~~.
15
Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat until hot.
16
Add red onion and garlic and saute until onion is soft.
17
Add red wine and reduce heat slightly.
18
Add tomatoes, basil, chives and parsley and remove from heat.
19
You want the ingredients just heated, not actually cooked.
20
Season with salt, pepper, and sugar.
21
Place Suppli (Rice Balls) on a platter and pour the sauce on and around the Rice Balls.

961

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: SUPPLI RICE BALLS, 4 cloves garlic, diced, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Italian Stuffed Rice Balls (Suppli Alla Telefono) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!