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Ham and Cheese Arancini (Italian Fried Rice Balls)

Name: Ham and Cheese Arancini (Italian Fried Rice Balls)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 (214 g)
Ingredients: 3 eggs; 2 1/2 cups cooked rice; 1/4-1/2 cup ham, finely diced; 1/3 cup butter, melted, plus; 1 tablespoon butter (for sauteing onions); 2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated or 2/3 cup romano cheese; 1/4 cup onion, minced; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped or 1 -2 teaspoon dried parsley; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes); oil, for deep-frying; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup flour, for coating; 1 cup dry breadcrumbs or 1 cup panko bread crumbs

COOK TIME : 10 minutesPREP TIME : 20 minutes

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Ham and Cheese Arancini (Italian Fried Rice Balls)

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Yummy, comforting deep-fried rice balls filled with ham and onion, stuffed with melty, gooey cheese! I came up with these tasty little morsels after having something similar at a tapas restaurant in my hometown. Sadly, that restaurant closed its doors, so I was forced to recreate my favorite dish. *I have made these with havarti and swiss cheeses instead of the cheddar: all are equally good!* NOTE: After reading the review, please note: You definitely want to use rice that is somewhat sticky. Do not use leftover fluffy rice that has had the starch rinsed off as they will not hold together well.

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