Description
These Bulgogi Stuffed Arancini combine crispy golden rice balls filled with spicy kimchi risotto and savory bulgogi beef, creating the perfect fusion of Korean heat and Italian comfort. Ideal for appetizers or party snacks, these deep-fried delights are truly irresistible!
Ingredients
Kimchi Gochujang Risotto
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp avocado oil
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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3 tbsp mild gochujang
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2 cups Jasmine or Arborio rice (unrinsed)
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4 3/4 cups hot chicken broth
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1 cup chopped kimchi
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1/2 tsp gochugaru (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp chili powder
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3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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3/4 tsp black pepper
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3/4 tsp salt
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1/2 to 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
Bulgogi Filling
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1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
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4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1/2 tbsp ginger paste
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2 tsp chili powder
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1/2 tsp gochugaru or red chili flakes (optional)
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
Coating & Frying
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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2-3 large eggs, beaten
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1 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
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Prepare the Kimchi Gochujang Risotto:
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Heat sesame oil and avocado oil over medium heat. Sautรฉ garlic until fragrant.
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Stir in gochujang and cook for a minute until aromatic.
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Add rice and sautรฉ for 2-3 minutes, coating each grain.
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Gradually add hot chicken broth, kimchi, gochugaru, chili powder, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt, stirring continuously.
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Keep adding broth one cup at a time, stirring until absorbed and the risotto is creamy.
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Stir in parmesan cheese and butter. Let cool completely.
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Make the Bulgogi Filling:
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Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, chili powder, gochugaru, black pepper, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
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Add thinly sliced steak, ensuring itโs well coated. Marinate for 30 minutes.
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Cook steak over medium-high heat until caramelized. Stir in green onions, then set aside to cool.
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Assemble the Arancini:
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Flatten a portion of cooled risotto in your hand.
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Place a spoonful of bulgogi in the center and shape into a ball.
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Repeat with remaining ingredients.
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Coat & Fry the Arancini:
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Prepare three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
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Roll each ball in flour, then dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
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Heat oil to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and fry in batches until golden brown and crispy.
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Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Serve & Enjoy!
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Best served warm with spicy aioli, soy dipping sauce, or gochujang mayo.
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Notes
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Use Arborio rice for extra creaminess in risotto.
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Chill risotto before shaping to make handling easier.
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Try air frying at 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) for 12-15 minutes for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg