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Crispy Vegan Arancini: Air Fryer Magic! Vegan arancini: master these crispy, creamy rice balls in your air fryer or oven. Perfect for appetizers or a hearty sna

Crispy Vegan Arancini: Air Fryer Magic!

Vegan arancini: master these crispy, creamy rice balls in your air fryer or oven. Perfect for appetizers or a hearty snack, bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 batch Creamy Vegan Risotto with Mushrooms & Sausage
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/8 teaspoon granulated onion
  • pinch salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • Oil spray
  • 1 cup marinara sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220°C) if baking, or skip for air fryer.
  2. Form 1/4 cup cold vegan risotto into balls until all risotto is used.
  3. Combine panko bread crumbs, granulated onion, salt, and pepper on a plate. Roll each ball until coated.
  4. OVEN: Spread balls on a baking sheet, spray with oil. Bake 30-35 minutes until brown. Serve with warm marinara.
  5. AIR FRYER: Place a few balls in the air fryer, do not overfill. Spray generously with oil. Air fry at 400 degrees F (200°C) for 10 minutes. Serve with warm marinara.

Notes

- For the crispiest arancini, ensure your vegan risotto is well chilled—at least 24 hours in the refrigerator—as this makes it easier to form firm balls that hold their shape.
- When air frying, don't overcrowd the basket. Work in batches to allow for even browning and a truly crispy exterior. Overfilling can lead to unevenly cooked or soft arancini.
- Achieve a beautiful golden-brown color by generously spraying the arancini with oil before cooking, whether in the oven or air fryer. This fat helps with browning and crispness.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.