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Japanese Curry Arancini

Crispy Japanese Curry Arancini That Redefine Comfort Food

Indulge in these Japanese Curry Arancini—a delightful combination of rich flavors and gooey mozzarella that embodies comfort food.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian, Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Broth
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Chicken Stock Substitution: Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian option.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Substitution: Tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Substitution: Rice vinegar mixed with sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Substitution: Maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 4 ounces Japanese Curry Roux Adjust amount to taste for spice preference.
For the Risotto
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitution: Any neutral oil can work.
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Substitution: Carnaroli rice for similar results.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Substitution: Garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • ½ cup Sake Substitution: Dry white wine or cooking wine.
For the Arancini
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Substitution: Dairy-free mozzarella or ground meat.
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour Substitution: Gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Substitution: Gluten-free panko.
For Garnish
  • Shredded Cabbage Adds freshness.
  • Pickled Radish Adds freshness.
  • Tonkatsu Sauce Adds flavor contrast.
  • Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Deep pot
  • thermometer
  • Bowls for breading station

Method
 

Curry Broth Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine chicken stock, soy sauce, mirin, and honey. Heat until simmering, then add Japanese curry roux and whisk until dissolved. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
Risotto Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic. Add Arborio rice and toast slightly, then add sake and cook until absorbed. Gradually add warm curry broth until creamy.
Risotto Cooling
  1. Transfer risotto to a baking sheet, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Arancini Assembly
  1. Flatten cold risotto in your palm, add mozzarella, cover with more risotto, and form a ball. Chill again for 15 minutes.
Frying Preparation
  1. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Set up a breading station with flour, whisked eggs, and panko.
Frying Arancini
  1. Roll each risotto ball in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko. Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Serve arancini on a platter, garnish with parsley, and enjoy with cabbage and radish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for parties, these crispy rice balls are a fusion of flavors from Italian and Japanese cuisines.

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