Luxurious Risotto alla Milanese Recipe
A luxurious and creamy risotto infused with saffron, a traditional Milanese dish that’s perfect for dinner.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
- 1 onion small, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth, kept warm
- ½ teaspoon saffron threads soaked in 2 tablespoons warm water
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.1 onion, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes, coating the rice with butter and onion.1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- Add the white wine and cook until it evaporates.1/4 cup dry white wine
- Gradually add the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb before adding more.4 cups chicken broth
- After about 20 minutes, stir in the saffron and its soaking water.1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
- Continue to add broth and stir until the rice is creamy and cooked al dente, about 5-10 more minutes.4 cups chicken broth
- Remove from heat and stir in the remaining butter and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, Salt and pepper to taste
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use homemade broth.
Ensure to stir continuously to achieve the creamy texture.
Ensure to stir continuously to achieve the creamy texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 476kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 1137mgPotassium: 172mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 464IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 4mg
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