Aranchini (Rice Balls)

Directions

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   What you do: Place a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to rise 5 inches in the pot. Wait for the oil to reach 375°F (you can try the temp with candy thermometer if you have) Combine the rice with the Parmesan and one egg in a medium bowl and combine the mixture, using your hands Form each arancini by taking a small portion of the mixture, squeezing it firmly and stuffing one cube of mozzarella inside each ball. With this mix you can make 8 arancini. Whisk together the remaining 2 eggs. Dip each arancini in the eggs and then in the breadcrumbs. When oil is ready, add 3 or 4 of the breaded Arancini to the pot (don't overcrowd the pot) and fry them until golden brown and cooked throughout. Use a slotted spoon to remove the Arancini from the pot and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate. Salt the Arancini.
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   Serve with marinara or homemade tomato sauce.