Mushroom Risotto with Crispy Leeks
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Mushroom Risotto with Crispy Leeks

A creamy risotto topped with red wine-sautéed mushrooms and crowned with crispy leeks. An elegant and flavorful dish, perfect for a refined meal.

Prep⏱️ 15 min
Cook🔥 25 min
Servings👥 2 servings
Difficulty📊 Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

2 servings

2
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 1/2 onion
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 1/2 tbsp white wine
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1.75 oz grated parmesan cheese
  • 7 oz mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, etc.)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 1/2 tbsp red wine
  • 1 small leek (green part only)
  • Oil for frying
  • Salt and pepper
  • Fresh thyme (optional)

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Directions

  1. 1

    Sauté the onion in butter, add the rice, then the white wine.

  2. 2

    Add the broth little by little, stirring until the rice is creamy.

  3. 3

    Incorporate the parmesan, then season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Sauté the garlic and mushrooms in olive oil.

  5. 5

    Add the red wine and let it reduce; season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Cut the leek into thin strips and fry until golden and crispy.

  7. 7

    Plate the risotto, add the mushrooms, then top with the crispy leeks.

  8. 8

    Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a little parmesan.

💡 Chef's Tip

Stir the risotto constantly to achieve a creamy texture. Prepare all your ingredients before you begin. You can use other varieties of mushrooms depending on what is available.