Spinach Arancini Recipe

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Spinach Arancini
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  1. Bring 4 cups chicken broth and saffron threads to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Stir in Arborio rice, return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, yet still a little firm, about 16 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook for one minute, then stir in garlic, and continue cooking until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in wine, spinach, and butter, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and fold in cooked rice and Parmesan cheese; cook a few minutes until the mixture is a little stiff. Spread onto a baking sheet, and cool in the refrigerator until completely cold, 4 hours to overnight.
  3. Once the rice mixture has cooled, form the arancini by enclosing a cube of mozzarella cheese in about 3 tablespoons of the rice to form a 1 inch ball; set aside. When you have finished making the balls, place flour, eggs, and bread crumbs into separate, shallow bowls. One-by-one, gently roll the arancini in the flour to coat, then shake off excess. Dip into beaten egg, then roll in bread crumbs; set aside.
  4. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or electric skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  5. Deep fry the arancini 5 or 6 at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Be sure to roll the arancini around with a metal spoon as they cook so they are evenly browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels, and serve hot.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 264.11 Kcal (1106 kJ)
Calories from fat 70.08 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.79g 12%
Cholesterol 28.18mg 9%
Sodium 556.29mg 23%
Potassium 178.99mg 4%
Total Carbs 32.33g 11%
Sugars 1.41g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1.97g 8%
Protein 11.95g 24%
Vitamin C 5.1mg 9%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 6%
Iron 1.2mg 7%
Calcium 244.8mg 24%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 175.86 Kcal (736 kJ)
Calories from fat 46.66 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.18g 12%
Cholesterol 18.77mg 9%
Sodium 370.42mg 23%
Potassium 119.18mg 4%
Total Carbs 21.53g 11%
Sugars 0.94g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1.31g 8%
Protein 7.95g 24%
Vitamin C 3.4mg 9%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 6%
Iron 0.8mg 7%
Calcium 163mg 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.5
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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