Arancini with Deep-Fried Courgette Flowers

Moreish fried risotto balls mixed with ham and parmesan, served alongside crisp batter-coated courgette flowers and lemon wedges.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 605.1 kcals 2420.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 59 grams 235.8 grams
Fat 32.6 grams 130.5 grams
Protein 17.1 grams 68.4 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
50
g
Dairy
4
tbsp
Parmesan
grated
2
piece
Eggs
free-range, lightly beaten
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
cut into wedges for garnish
GrainsCereals
300
g
Risotto
leftover, chilled and cooked
75
g
Liquids
Meat
50
g
Serrano Ham
chopped; alternatively use Parma ham
OilsFats
500
ml
Vegetable Oil
for deep-frying
Vegetables

Steps

  • Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer or heavy saucepan to 190°C.
  • Mix the ham and parmesan into the cold risotto and roll into golf-ball sized spheres.
  • Coast each ball in 40g of flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
  • Fry the arancini in batches for 3 minutes until golden and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Whisk cornflour, remaining 50g of flour, and sparkling water to create a batter.
  • Dip courgette flowers in batter and fry for 2 minutes until crisp.
  • Serve the arancini and flowers with lemon wedges.