1/2-1cupmozzarella cubesdepending on how many arancini you make
2cupsfresh breadcrumbs seasoned with salt and pepper
oilfor frying
for the roasted tomato sauce
2cupscherry tomatoeshalved
1red onionfinely chopped
4garlic clovesthinly sliced
1tablespoonBalsamic vinegar
2teaspoonssugar
2sprigs fresh thyme
salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
To make the roasted tomato sauce, pre-heat the oven to 200ºc.
Place the cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, Balsamic vinegar, sugar and thyme in a baking tray and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and place in the oven.
Allow to roast for 45 minutes until the tomatoes are soft then transfer to a blender and blend to your desired consistency. Set aside.
To make the arancini, take small handfuls of the cold risotto and place a cube of mozzarella in the centre. Enclose the mozzarella then roll into a ball and cover with the breadcrumbs. Set on a plate and repeat until all the risotto has been used.
Fry the arancini in hot oil until golden brown and the mozzarella inside has melted.
Drain on kitchen paper and serve with roasted tomato sauce.