Supplì Alla Napoletana
Supplì alla Napoletana is a delicious Italian snack made from rice, cheese, and tomato sauce. This Neapolitan version includes mozzarella and is typically deep-fried until golden brown.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt - To taste
- Vegetable oil - For frying
- Bread crumbs - 1 cup
- Eggs - 2
- Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup, grated
- Mozzarella cheese - 1/2 cup, diced
- Tomato sauce - 1 cup
- Arborio rice - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- Cook the Arborio rice according to package instructions, then let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, tomato sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the rice mixture into oval-shaped balls, about the size of an egg.
- Beat the eggs in a shallow dish. Place the bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
- Dip each rice ball into the beaten eggs, then roll in the bread crumbs until fully coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F.
- Fry the rice balls in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve the Supplì alla Napoletana warm, sprinkled with a little extra Parmesan if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Snack
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 3g
