Lemon & Saffron Risotto

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 6
Delectable Lemon & Saffron Risotto recipe for your dinner
in Risotto

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups arborio rice
3 tablespoons olive oil
90 g butter
1 tablespoon garlic , crushed
150 ml dry white wine
5 1/2 cups vegetable stock , warm
25 g parmesan cheese
25 g pecorino cheese
25 g mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch saffron thread
100 ml lemon juice
30 g parmesan cheese , shaved , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
385
Sugar
1g
Fat
18g
Lemon & Saffron Risotto is an indulgent comfort food that is easy to make and a crowd-pleaser for any dinner party. The creamy and flavorful rice dish is made with arborio rice, saffron threads, grated parmesan, pecorino, and mozzarella cheeses, and lemon juice. Each bite is bursting with flavor and a comforting warmth that makes this dish perfect for rainy days or lazy evenings in. Traditionally served as a primo course, or first course, in Italian cuisine, risotto is a dish that is meant to be savored slowly and enjoyed with friends and family. This Lemon & Saffron Risotto recipe is a great way to get started on your journey to mastering the art of risotto-making.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
2.Add the garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
3.Add the arborio rice and sauté for another 2-3 minutes, until the rice is lightly toasted.
4.Pour in the white wine and stir until it has been fully absorbed by the rice.
5.Begin adding the warm vegetable stock to the rice, one ladleful at a time.
6.Stir the rice constantly, allowing each ladleful of stock to be fully absorbed before adding the next.
7.When the rice is almost cooked through, add the saffron threads and stir well.
8.Add the lemon juice and stir until it is fully absorbed.
9.Stir in the grated parmesan, pecorino, and mozzarella cheeses, until melted and fully combined.
10.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11.Serve hot, topped with shaved parmesan cheese.

PROS

Creamy and flavorful, Lemon & Saffron Risotto is an indulgent comfort food that is easy to make and a crowd-pleaser for any dinner party.

Risotto rice is a great source of carbohydrates and energy, while saffron can help boost your mood and immune system.

CONS

Risotto is a high-carbohydrate dish that is not recommended for people on a low-carb or ketogenic diet.

It is also high in sodium and may not be recommended for people on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Risotto rice is a great source of carbohydrates that can help provide energy and keep you feeling full for longer periods of time.
Saffron has been shown to help boost your mood and immune system, while also reducing inflammation and oxidative stress in the body.

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