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Porcini Mushroom Risotto

17/11/2023

Porcini mushroom risotto is a classic of Italian cuisine, a flavor-rich dish that can be enjoyed in every season. Here is a traditional recipe you can follow to prepare this exquisite dish.

Ingredients

  • 320 g of rice (preferably Carnaroli or Arborio)
  • 50 g of dried porcini mushrooms or 300 g of fresh porcini mushrooms
  • 1 liter of hot vegetable or meat broth
  • 1 small finely chopped onion
  • 1 glass of dry white wine
  • 40 g of butter
  • 40 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Preparation

  1. If you are using dried mushrooms, soak them in warm water for at least 20 minutes, then drain and squeeze them well, keeping the filtered soaking water.
  2. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and add the chopped onion, sautéing until it becomes translucent.
  3. Add the porcini mushrooms (both dried and fresh should be cleaned and cut into pieces), and let them cook until they are golden.
  4. Put the rice in the pan with the mushrooms and toast for a few minutes, stirring continuously.
  5. Deglaze the rice with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.
  6. Add a few ladles of hot broth to the rice, and continue cooking by adding the broth little by little as it is absorbed. If you have used dried mushrooms, you can also use the filtered soaking water, which will add additional flavor to the risotto.
  7. Continue cooking, adding broth and stirring often, for about 16-18 minutes or until the rice is al dente.
  8. When the risotto is almost ready, season with salt and pepper, and cream with butter and grated Parmesan, stirring vigorously to create a cream.
  9. Let it rest for a minute, then serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if you wish.

Porcini mushroom risotto is a dish that can amaze with its simplicity and richness of flavor. Remember that the creaminess of the risotto is achieved by constant attention and stirring during cooking, which allows the rice starch to be released. Enjoy your meal!