Eastern-Inspired Risotto with Broad Beans and Asparagus

Portions:10
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time:25 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large pan with a thick bottom,
  • stirring spoon

Ingredients

  • 2 shallots finely chopped
  • 500 g green asparagus trimmed and cut into 3cm diagonal pieces (keep the tips separate)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves
  • 600 g Arborio rice
  • 200 ml dry white wine
  • 1.5 liters vegetable broth from cubes
  • 250 g peas fresh or frozen
  • 100 ml coconut milk
  • 5 tablespoons finely chopped coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large, thick-bottomed pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Sauté the shallots, asparagus stems, and kaffir lime leaves for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the Arborio rice to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes until the rice becomes translucent and glossy.
  • Pour in the white wine and let it evaporate.
  • Gradually add the vegetable broth to the rice, stirring frequently, and cook until the rice is tender and creamy, adding more broth as needed.
  • During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the asparagus tips and peas to the risotto and continue cooking until they are tender.
  • Stir in the coconut milk and chopped coriander.
  • Season the risotto with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the risotto in deep bowls or dishes.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:
Pair this Eastern-Inspired Risotto with a crisp, aromatic white wine such as a Gewürztraminer or a Riesling to complement the fragrant flavors of the dish.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 61 g | Protein: 9 g | Fat: 10 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 3 g
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