Crispy Bush Tomato Arancini
Crispy Bush Tomato Arancini combine creamy risotto, native Australian bush tomato, Parmesan, and mozzarella in golden air-fried bites. These Australian-inspired arancini are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party dish.
Equipment
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked risotto completely cooled
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons bush tomato powder
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Combine the cooled risotto, Parmesan, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and bush tomato powder in a mixing bowl.
- Mix until the cheese and seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and firmly shape each portion into a ball.
- Dip each risotto ball into the beaten eggs and allow the excess to drip away.
- Roll each ball in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the arancini in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving room for airflow.
- Lightly coat the arancini with olive oil spray.
- Air fry for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway through, until crisp and golden brown.
- Transfer the arancini to a serving plate and let them cool for 3 minutes.
- Serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Suggestions
Serve these arancini with warm tomato sauce, garlic aioli, or a fresh herb dip. They make an excellent addition to an appetizer platter and pair naturally with recipes from our salad collection. For entertaining, combine them with other party food recipes.Recipe Notes
Use completely cooled risotto because warm rice is softer and more difficult to shape. Press each ball firmly so it remains intact during cooking. Leave enough space between the arancini for hot air to circulate, cooking them in batches when necessary. Bush tomato has an intense savory flavor, so measure it carefully. Discover other ways to use herbs and spices in our Spices & Seasoning recipes.Variations
Place a small mozzarella cube inside each ball for an extra-melting center. Replace the sun-dried tomatoes with finely chopped roasted peppers or add fresh basil for a more Italian character. For a hotter version, mix chili flakes into the breadcrumbs. Browse our cheese recipes and Australian recipes for additional variations.Wine Advice
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc balances the rich cheese and highlights the tomato flavor. A dry Pinot Grigio is another refreshing choice for these savory arancini.Nutrition values
Serving: 3 arancini | Calories: 356 kcal | Carbohydrates: 49 g | Protein: 14 g | Fat: 9 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 550 mg | Sugar: 4 g