Zov’s Tomato-Basil Risotto Fritters

June 1, 2015

I love serving these delicious crispy and light Tomato Basil Risotto Fritters stuffed with cheese; they are deep fried with cheese oozing out with every bite. It is a great appetizer that is paired next to any kind tasty dipping sauce. Even the kids will enjoy these.

I love serving these delicious crispy and light Tomato Basil Risotto Fritters stuffed with cheese; they are deep fried with cheese oozing out with every bite. It is a great appetizer that is paired next to any kind tasty dipping sauce. Even the kids will enjoy these.

7 cups chicken broth

1 8-ounce can tomato sauce

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

¼ cup olive oil

½ cup finely chopped onion

2 cups arborio rice

2 tablespoons minced garlic

1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese (about 6 ounces)

½ cup grated cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)

1 teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

¼ teaspoon dried crushed hot red pepper

8 ounces cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp (optional)

½ cup fresh basil, finely chopped

3 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided

12 ounces (about) whole-milk mozzarella cheese, cut into ½-inch cubes (see note)

Canola oil for deep-frying

Directions at dvineexperience.com

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