Vegan Classic Italian Arancini Balls
Discover the irresistible charm of Vegan Classic Italian Arancini Balls, a plant-based twist on the beloved Italian appetizer. These golden, crispy risotto balls are filled with creamy vegan mozzarella, a delightful surprise in each bite. Made with Arborio rice cooked to perfection in savory vegetable broth and flavored with fresh basil, garlic, and nutritional yeast, these arancini are bursting with authentic Italian flavor. Coated in crunchy vegan breadcrumbs and fried to a beautiful golden hue, they're perfect for a party starter or a comforting snack. Pair them with marinara sauce for dipping to elevate the experience. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe brings the tradition of Italian cuisine to your table—entirely vegan and utterly delicious! Keywords: vegan arancini balls, crispy risotto balls, plant-based Italian recipes, vegan appetizers, fried vegan snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small, diced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 4 ounces, cubed Vegan mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh basil
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs, vegan
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Oil for frying
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer and keep warm.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the Arborio rice to the pan and toast for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Gradually add the warm vegetable broth to the rice, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to be absorbed before adding more. Continue until the rice is creamy and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
Stir in the nutritional yeast, frozen peas, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and let the risotto cool completely.
Once cooled, take about 2 tablespoons of the risotto mixture in your hands and flatten it. Place a cube of vegan mozzarella in the center and shape the risotto around it to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining risotto and cheese.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, the second with almond milk, and the third with vegan breadcrumbs.
Roll each risotto ball first in the flour, then dip in the almond milk, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the frying oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the arancini balls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
Remove the arancini with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve warm with your favorite marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 535.4 g | 686% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.8 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5747 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.2 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1114 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2475 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
