Farro Risotto Cakes Recipe
Goat Cheese, Red Cabbage Slaw, Chili Aioli, Fried Leeks (V)
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Ingredients
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Farro Risotto Cakes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Farro
In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the farro and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the farro is tender. Drain any excess liquid and set aside to cool.
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- 4
Prepare the Aioli
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, chili sauce, and a pinch of salt. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
- 5
Form the Cakes
In a large bowl, combine the cooked farro, sautéed onion and garlic, crumbled goat cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into patties.
- 6
Fry the Leeks
In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced leeks and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Cook the Cakes
In the same pan, add more oil if necessary and heat over medium-high heat. Fry the farro cakes for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 8
Serve
Serve the farro risotto cakes topped with red cabbage slaw, chili aioli, and fried leeks.