Best 4 Risotto Croquettes With Mozzarella And Prosciutto Recipes

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Risotto croquettes, also known as arancini di riso, are a delightful and versatile Italian dish that combines the creamy texture of risotto with the crispy exterior of a croquette. Filled with savory ingredients like mozzarella and prosciutto, these bite-sized morsels are perfect for appetizers, snacks, or even as a main course. Whether you are looking for a classic recipe or a more modern variation, this article will guide you through the steps of creating delicious and satisfying risotto croquettes that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ARANCINI DI RISO



Arancini di Riso image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield about 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
2 large eggs, beaten to blend
2 cups Risotto with Mushrooms and Peas, recipe follows, cooled
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 1/2 cups dried Italian-style bread crumbs
2 ounces mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt
8 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2-ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups finely chopped onions
10 ounces white mushrooms, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice or short-grain white rice
2/3 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
2/3 cup grated Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Pour enough oil in a heavy large saucepan to reach the depth of 3 inches. Heat the oil over medium heat to 350 degrees F.
  • Stir the eggs, risotto, Parmesan, and 1/2 cup of the bread crumbs in a large bowl to combine. Place the remaining breadcrumbs in a medium bowl. Using about 2 tablespoons of the risotto mixture for each, form the risotto mixture into 1 3/4-inch-diameter balls. Insert 1 cube of mozzarella into the center of each ball. Roll the balls in the bread crumbs to coat.
  • Working in batches, add the rice balls to the hot ail and cook until brown and heated through, turning them as necessary, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the rice balls to paper towels to drain. Season with salt. Let rest 2 minutes. Serve hot.
  • Bring the broth to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan. Add the porcini mushrooms. Set aside until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Keep the broth warm over very low heat.
  • Melt the butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil. Add the onions and saute until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the white mushrooms and garlic. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the porcini mushrooms to a cutting board. Finely chop the mushrooms and add to the saucepan. Saute until the mushrooms are tender and the juices evaporate, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and let it toast for a few minutes. Add the wine; cook until the liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of hot broth; simmer over medium-low heat until the liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Continue to cook until the rice is just tender and the mixture is creamy, adding more broth by cupfuls and stirring often, about 28 minutes (the rice will absorb 6 to 8 cups of broth). Stir in the peas. Mix in the Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

RISOTTO CROQUETTES WITH MOZZARELLA AND PROSCIUTTO



Risotto Croquettes with Mozzarella and Prosciutto image

Categories     Rice     Appetizer     Fry     Mozzarella     White Wine     Prosciutto     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 1/4 cups (8 to 9 ounces) arborio rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 large eggs
All purpose flour
2 cups finely ground fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless Italian or French bread
2/3 cup finely diced whole-milk mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup finely chopped prosciutto
Vegetable oil (for deep-frying)

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat and cover. Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion and sauté 4 minutes. Add rice; stir 1 minute. Add wine and stir until absorbed, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup broth and simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often. Cook until rice is just tender and risotto is creamy, adding broth 1/2 cup at at time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding next, about 25 minutes. Mix in Parmesan. Season risotto with salt and pepper. Cool completely. Mix in 1 egg. Cover and chill.
  • Place some flour in 1 bowl; place remaining egg in another bowl and beat to blend. Place breadcrumbs in third bowl. Using moistened hands, shape 1/4 cup (packed) cold risotto into ball. Poke hole in center. Fill with 1 rounded teaspoon mozzarella and 1 teaspoon prosciutto. Press risotto over filling. Coat rice balls in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Place on rack to dry. Repeat with remaining risotto, filling and coating. Let rice balls stand at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
  • Pour 1 1/2 inches oil into heavy medium pot. Attach deep-fry thermometer and heat oil to 360°F. Fry balls, 3 at a time, until golden and crusty, turning once, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot or at room temperature.

SAGE RISOTTO WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA AND PROSCIUTTO (COOKING LIGHT)



Sage Risotto with Fresh Mozzarella and Prosciutto (Cooking Light) image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

28 ounces chicken broth
1 tablespoons butter
1 cups leeks
2 cloves garlic
1.25 cups arborio rice
0.25 teaspoons salt
0.5 cups dry white wine
1.5 tablespoons sage
4 ounces mozzarella cheese
2 ounces prosciutto
0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan (do not boil). Keep warm over low heat.
  • Melt butter in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add leek and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add rice and salt; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in wine; cook 2 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Add broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 20 minutes total). Stir in chopped sage, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in mozzarella.
  • Spoon 1 cup risotto into each of 4 bowls; top each serving with about 1 1/2 tablespoons prosciutto. Sprinkle with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

SAGE RISOTTO WITH MOZZARELLA AND PROSCIUTTO



Sage Risotto With Mozzarella and Prosciutto image

From Cooking Light. You can sub basil for sage. Has little melty pockets of warm cheese! Perfect light no meat meal.

Provided by Pebbles

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14 ounce) cans fat free chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup finely chopped leek
2 minced garlic cloves
1 1/4 cups arborio rice
salt and pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 1/2-2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
1 cup finely chopped fresh mozzarella cheese (about four ounces)
1/3 cup prosciutto (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Bring broth to simmer over low heat, do not boil.
  • Melt butter in saute pan over medium heat, add leeks and garlic, cook 3 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add rice and salt, cook for 1 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add wine, cook 2 minutes or until almost completely absorbed, stirring constantly.
  • Add broth 1/2 cup at a timing stirring constantly until each 1/2 cup is absorbed about 20 minutes total.
  • Stir in chopped sage and cook 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in mozzarella.
  • Ladle into four bowls, sprinkle with about 1 1/2 tablespoons proscuitto and some black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.7, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 29.8, Sodium 1014.6, Carbohydrate 55.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 11.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your risotto croquettes.
  • Cook the risotto until it is creamy and al dente: The risotto should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. If it is overcooked, it will be mushy and the croquettes will not hold their shape.
  • Let the risotto cool completely before forming the croquettes: This will help the croquettes to hold their shape better when they are fried.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, and Asiago, will give the croquettes a rich and complex flavor.
  • Fry the croquettes until they are golden brown: The croquettes should be fried until they are crispy on the outside and melted and gooey on the inside.

Conclusion:

Risotto croquettes with mozzarella and prosciutto are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time and reheated. With their creamy risotto filling, melted mozzarella cheese, and crispy prosciutto wrapping, these croquettes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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