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Easy Italian Risotto Recipes to Try Out

A delicious and creamy risotto dish is what Fridays are all about. It is an instant crowd-pleaser and comfort food. Use our Italian risotto recipes and HelloFresh box to create a warm bowl of gratifying risotto.

Mushroom Risotto Recipes

Are you a mushroom lover? A mushroom risotto is a delicious main dish with a rich and creamy flavour. The fresh herbs, parmesan cheese, and white wine give the rice a creamy texture, which contrasts with the crispy and meaty mushrooms.

Creamy Risotto Recipes

A big bowl of creamy Italian risotto is the ultimate comfort food after a long day. Browse our selection of creamy risotto recipes to try out at home.

Chorizo Risotto Recipes

Bring together the smoky British chorizo in an Italian risotto dish with fresh thyme and tomatoes. Check out our chorizo risotto recipes to get you started.

Vegetarian Risotto Recipes

Browse our delicious vegetarian risotto recipes that use fresh produce, such as peas and butternut squash. The simple recipe makes Italian risotto a no-fuss midweek dish.

Tomato Risotto Recipes

In the mood for a yummy vegan dish? You have to check out our collection of tomato risotto recipes. The white miso paste and garlic give it a flavourful taste.

All You Need to Know About Risotto

Italian Risotto Recipes FAQs

What is risotto?

Risotto is a creamy Italian dish made with short-grain rice. It is simmered to release the starches, resulting in a rich, creamy sauce. You can make risotto using rice, broth and aromatics.

How do you make risotto?

Saute your onions in olive oil at medium heat before adding rice and garlic. When the rice is slightly toasted, add wine and continue cooking until the liquid is absorbed. Add the broth slowly and stir in the cheese before serving.

How do you cook risotto?

Use a Dutch oven to prepare the risotto rice, and keep the broth hot in a different pan. After deglazing the rice with wine, add broth on medium-low heat.

What goes well with risotto?

Risotto goes well with diverse ingredients. Since it's a creamy and hearty dish, it pairs well with fresh salads or raw vegetables. Seafood also goes great with risotto.

How much risotto rice per person?

The risotto rice per person depends on whether it's a side or main dish. As a thumb rule, 60 grams per person is ideal for a light meal, while 75 grams is for generous portions.

Is risotto pasta or rice?

While risotto shares similarities with pasta dishes, it is not a pasta. Unlike most pasta, the rice used to make risotto is gluten-free.
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