Suppli Italiani (Italian Fried Rice Balls)
A classic Italian snack made with fried risotto balls filled with mozzarella and tomato sauce. Perfect for a quick bite.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup risotto rice
- ●1/2 cup bechamel sauce
- ●1/2 cup grated mozzarella
- ●1/4 cup grated parmesan
- ●1 eggs
- ●1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- 1
Cook the risotto rice according to package instructions.
- 2
In a separate saucepan, heat the bechamel sauce over low heat.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked risotto rice, bechamel sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, and eggs. Mix well.
- 4
Add the flour to the mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- 5
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 6
Divide the dough into small balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
- 7
Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- 8
Fry the suppli until they are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- 9
Drain the suppli on paper towels and serve hot.