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Spinach and Artichoke Arancini

Spinach and Artichoke Arancini

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cups Cooked White Rice Room temperature
  • 1 Package Trader Joes Spinach Artichoke Dip Approximately 8 ounces; fully defrosted
  • 4 Mozzarella Sticks Cut into 5 even pieces
  • 1 Cup All Purpose Flour
  • 1 Cup Plain Breadcrumbs
  • 2 Eggs Beaten
  • ¼ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1-2 Cups Marinara Sauce for dipping
  • Parmesan Cheese for topping
  • 2 Cups Canola Oil Or other high-temperature oil

Instructions
 

  • Place 1 cup of flour into a shallow bowl and set aside. Do the same with the beaten eggs and the breadcrumbs in separate bowls and set aside.
  • Combine the cooked rice with spinach artichoke dip in a large bowl, mixing gently to combine well.
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the rice mixture in the palm of your hand. Then, place 1 piece of the mozzarella stick in the center of the rice. Cover the mozzarella entirely using additional rice mixture, about an extra 1-2 tablespoons, and roll into a ball. If having trouble rolling the mixture, it may help to flour your hands to prevent sticking.
  • Next, roll the rice ball in the flour to coat. Then, dip into the beaten eggs followed by the breadcrumbs. Set onto a large baking sheet and repeat until you have finished all the rice mixture.
  • Heat up the canola oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Gently place the arancini into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot, cooking for about 4 minutes or until golden brown on all sides. Remove and place onto a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Continue until you have fried all of the arancini.
  • Serve with grated parmesan cheese on top and a side of warm marinara sauce for dipping.