Now, if you got yourself some nice, crispy arancini, you probably wonderin’ what else to put on the table with ’em, right? Well, I tell ya, these golden rice balls, they go mighty fine with a few simple things. Let me tell ya, it don’t have to be anything too fancy.
Marinara Sauce
First thing that pops in my head is a good ol’ marinara sauce. Ain’t nothin’ like a nice warm bowl of marinara on the side to dip them arancini in. It’s got that rich tomato flavor, kinda tangy, kinda sweet, and it makes every bite just a little bit better. Just warm up some marinara, maybe sprinkle a little bit of basil if you got it, and there ya go! Easy as pie.
Garlic Aioli
Now, if you want somethin’ with a little more kick, then garlic aioli’s the way to go. This is just fancy talk for a garlic mayo sauce, but boy does it make them arancini pop! Just a dollop on the side, dip it, and you’re good to go. It’s creamy, a little garlicky, and it gives a nice balance to the crispy rice balls. Plus, it don’t take much to whip up – just mayo, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon.
Salad Greens
Arancini, they’re pretty filling, so sometimes I like to balance it out with a little green on the plate. A simple salad, maybe with some arugula, a few cherry tomatoes, and a dash of olive oil and vinegar. Nothin’ too fancy, just a little somethin’ to lighten up the meal. Plus, that peppery taste of arugula really does go nice with the richness of the arancini.
Antipasto Platter
If you’re makin’ this a whole meal, try pairin’ the arancini with an antipasto platter. Now that’s just a big ol’ plate with some cured meats like salami or prosciutto, maybe some olives, a few slices of cheese like mozzarella or provolone. It don’t get much simpler than this, but all them flavors together really work with arancini, let me tell ya.
Roasted Veggies
If you got a little time to spare, roasted veggies are another good pick. Things like zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms roasted up with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper – simple as that! Roast ’em till they’re all nice and caramelized, and put ’em on the side. Adds a nice bit of color to the table too.
Lemon Wedges
Alright, now here’s a simple one: just a couple lemon wedges on the side. Sometimes you just need a little squeeze of lemon to cut through the richness of the fried rice balls, and it’s amazing how much flavor a bit of lemon can add. Give that arancini a little squeeze before you take a bite, and you got yourself a new flavor right there.
Garlic Bread
Now if you wanna make it real hearty, throw some garlic bread on the side. Crispy, buttery, and garlicky bread, it’s perfect for soppin’ up any sauce you might have left over from the arancini. Plus, who doesn’t like garlic bread, right? It’s a crowd pleaser.
Soup
And if you’re lookin’ to serve up arancini in the colder months, a warm bowl of soup could be just the thing. Somethin’ like a hearty tomato soup or even a minestrone works just fine. It makes for a cozy meal, and that warm soup with the crispy arancini? Mmm, now that’s comfort food if ya ask me.
More Ideas:
- A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top of the arancini for extra flavor.
- A drizzle of balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness.
- A dollop of pesto sauce if you’re feelin’ fancy!
So there ya have it, all kinds of simple things to serve with your arancini. These golden treats go well with so many things, ya just can’t go wrong!
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