Heat enough oil in a medium-sized pot until it is about ¼ full over medium heat to 350°. Take about 3-4 tablespoons of cold risotto in your hand and flatten it out a bit.
Next, add about 3-4 chunks of cheese and 8-10 peas. Take another 2-3 tablespoons of cold risotto, cover the cheese and peas, and then form into a ball using both hands.
Repeat until all of the ingredients have been used. In a medium-sized shallow wide bowl or cake or pie tin, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper and set aside.