Risotto recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 17 2026

Risotto Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

creamy arborio rice, with garlic lemon herb sauce, wild mushrooms, Parmesan. Add Shrimp/Crab Cake/Chicken Cutlet/Scallops/Tofu for $9

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Broth

In a saucepan, heat the vegetable broth over low heat and keep it warm.

2

Sauté the Aromatics

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3

Cook the Mushrooms

Add the wild mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are tender and browned, about 5-7 minutes.

4

Toast the Rice

Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly.

5

Add Wine

Pour in the white wine and stir until it is mostly absorbed by the rice.

6

Incorporate Broth Gradually

Begin adding the warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is mostly absorbed before adding more broth. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

7

Finish the Risotto

Stir in lemon juice, fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.

8

Serve

Serve hot and garnish with additional Parmesan and herbs if desired. Optional: add your choice of Shrimp, Crab Cake, Chicken Cutlet, Scallops, or Tofu for an additional $9.