A Risotto For Early Summer
This delightful risotto recipe combines the fresh flavors of asparagus and peas with creamy Parmesan to create a comforting and satisfying dish. Simmering the stock with asparagus trimmings and pea pods adds a depth of flavor that complements the nutty rice perfectly. With each bite, you'll experience a burst of springtime freshness and richness that will leave you wanting more. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in, paired with a glass of chilled white wine for the ultimate dining experience.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 450ml vegetable stock , made wth half a stock cube
- 4 asparagus spears , trimmed (trimmings kept) and each spear sliced into 4
- 200-250g/8-9oz peas in the pod, about 85g/3oz podded (pods kept)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion , finely chopped
- 85ml risotto rice
- 3 tbsp white wine (keep the rest of the bottle chilling)
- small handful of freshly grated Parmesan (or vegetarian alternative)
- small handful of rocket and a few Parmesan (or vegetarian alternative) shavings, to serve
Instructions
- Simmer the stock for 10 minutes with the asparagus trimmings and pea pods; these will intensify the flavour. Strain into a jug.
- While the stock is simmering, heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a wide, shallow pan. Tip in the onion and fry gently for 5-6 minutes, stirring, until it is soft but not coloured. Add the rice and continue to stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the grains become see-through at the edges and begin to make ‘clicking’ noises.
- Add the wine (it should bubble and evaporate), then 50ml/2fl oz of the stock. Stir well and simmer gently until all the liquid has been absorbed. Now pour in another 50ml/2fl oz stock and stir again. Continue adding the stock and stirring. After about 7 minutes, when half the stock has been added, swirl in the asparagus and peas. Carry on adding stock in small amounts until it has been absorbed; this will take about 10 more minutes. Now the risotto should be a little wet and sloppy and the rice tender with a nutty bite.
- Turn off the heat, then gently stir in the grated Parmesan, taste and season. You may need only a little black pepper as the Parmesan and stock are both salty. Spoon the risotto on to a plate, top with the rocket, drizzle with the remaining olive oil and scatter with Parmesan shavings. Pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy your meal.
Prep Time
PT50M
Yield
Serves 1
Nutrition
- Calories: 674 calories
- Fat Content: 28 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 6 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 83 grams carbohydrates
- Fiber Content: 8 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 21 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.78 milligram of sodium
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