Supplì

Supplì is a type of Italian appetizer that originated from the city of Rome. It is a deep-fried rice ball, typically filled with ragù, mozzarella, and occasionally peas. The dish is a popular street food in Rome and is similar to the Sicilian dish, arancini.

History

The name "supplì" is derived from the French word "surprise", referring to the unexpected piece of mozzarella found in the center of the rice ball. The dish was first introduced in Rome in the 19th century, during the period of French influence. It was initially served as a side dish or appetizer in pizzerias and later became popular as a street food.

Preparation

Supplì is made by cooking Arborio rice or another short-grain rice in a tomato sauce with onions, celery, and meat. The cooked rice is then shaped into an oval or round form, filled with a piece of mozzarella, and coated in breadcrumbs before being deep-fried. Some variations of the dish may include other ingredients such as mushrooms, chicken, or peas.

Variations

There are several variations of supplì found throughout Italy. In Sicily, a similar dish known as arancini is made with saffron-infused rice and often includes a filling of ragù and peas. In the region of Marche, a version called "olive all'ascolana" is made with olives instead of rice.

See also

• Arancini
• Italian cuisine
• List of Italian dishes
• List of deep fried foods