Best Easy Supplì al Telefono Recipe

Roman fried rice croquettes with a molten mozzarella center that stretches like a phone cord. These high protein mediterranean snacks are a fun, family-friendly appetizer or street food treat.

Cook 65 min Difficulty NORMAL 215 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Arborio rice 1.5 cups
  • Low-sodium chicken broth 3 cups
  • Mozzarella cheese (cut into 8 sticks) 8 pieces
  • Eggs 2 pieces
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated) 0.5 cup
  • Bread crumbs 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
  • Salt 0.5 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 27 g 50%
Protein 9 g 17%
Fat 7 g 33%
Serving size 80g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add Arborio rice and lightly toast for 2 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and nearly all liquid is absorbed (about 16–18 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Mix cooled rice with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Crack the eggs into the mixture and stir thoroughly until the rice binds together.

  4. 4

    Divide the rice mixture into 8 equal portions. Flatten each into a patty in your palm, place a mozzarella stick in the center, and wrap the rice around to encase the cheese, forming a croquette.

  5. 5

    Roll each croquette in bread crumbs until fully coated. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry croquettes in batches, turning occasionally, for 4–5 minutes until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient that gives Supplì al Telefono its unique flavor and texture?
The core ingredient is Arborio rice, which provides the creamy, starchy texture essential for shaping croquettes and binding the mixture. Mozzarella cheese forms the signature molten, stretchy center that makes Supplì irresistibly fun and defines its identity as a Roman street food.
Q. What are the most critical cooking actions or timing points to ensure molten mozzarella inside?
Proper heat control is vital: fry the croquettes at medium-high, turning regularly to achieve an even golden crust without overcooking the outside or under-melting the mozzarella. The rice mixture must be cooled and evenly mixed with egg—this keeps croquettes firm while maintaining a soft, melting center.
Q. How can I prevent Supplì al Telefono from falling apart during frying?
To prevent croquettes from breaking, make sure the rice is properly cooked and cooled before mixing in the egg and cheese. Ensuring each croquette is tightly wrapped around the mozzarella and well coated with bread crumbs will create a protective barrier, reducing the risk of leakage or separation under heat.
Q. What is the nutritional breakdown per serving for these croquettes?
Each 80-gram serving contains about 215 kcal, 27g carbohydrates (50% of calories), 9g protein (17%), and 7g fat (33%). These ratios make Supplì al Telefono a moderate carbohydrate Mediterranean snack with a notable protein boost and balanced fat profile.
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