Recipe Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom risotto is a creamy, comforting dish that’s a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something extraordinary. Though it may seem complex, with a few key techniques, you can achieve a restaurant-quality risotto right in your kitchen. Here’s a guide to making a delicious mushroom risotto.

Ingredients

• 300 g Arborio or Carnaroli rice
• 250 g mixed mushrooms (some sliced thick for garnish)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 60 g unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 100 ml white wine
• 1 liter vegetable or chicken broth
• 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method

1. Clean and slice the mushrooms. Reserve a few slices to use as garnish. Melt 30 grams of butter in a pan over medium heat and sauté the mushrooms until they are golden brown and tender, about 5–10 minutes. Set aside.
2. In a separate large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil and remaining butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and garlic and cook until softened and golden, about 3–5 minutes.
3. Stir in the rice and cook, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and opaque.
4. Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring, until the wine is mostly absorbed and evaporated, about 5–6 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and begin adding the warm broth, one ladleful at a time. Stir constantly and allow each addition of broth to be absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 18–20 minutes. If you run out of broth and the rice is still not tender, you can add hot water to continue the cooking.
6. When the rice is cooked but still slightly al dente in the center and creamy on the outside, stir in the sautéed mushrooms (reserving some for garnish), chopped parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine.
7. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with the reserved mushroom slices and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Enjoy your homemade mushroom risotto with a fresh green salad or as a hearty main course!