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Risotto Milanese

Cultural Context

Originating from Milan, Risotto Milanese is a luxurious dish known for its vibrant yellow color from saffron. Traditionally served at special occasions, it highlights the region's rich culinary heritage. Today, it is enjoyed worldwide, often paired with various proteins or served as a standalone dish, showcasing the versatility of risotto in Italian cuisine.

ItalianITmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup white wine
1/4 teaspoon saffron
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana Padano is a more affordable cheese that still provides a similar flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Using chicken broth instead of wine can reduce costs and maintain flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine can be a less expensive substitute for butter.

saffron threads

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: safflower

Safflower provides a similar color without the high cost of saffron.

1

Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

2

Toast the arborio rice in the butter until the rice is coated and the middle is white, about 30 seconds.

3

Add finely chopped onion or shallots and a small amount of garlic; sauté until translucent.

4

Deglaze the pan with a little white wine.

5

Add warm chicken stock in stages, stirring until creamy; adjust the amount based on consistency.

6

Add saffron to the rice and stir until it starts to bleed yellow.

7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

8

Finish with remaining butter and half of the parmesan cheese, stirring to combine until creamy.

9

Serve immediately while still a little runny and al dente.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstirring

Equipment Needed

saucepanlarge skilletwooden spoonmeasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Risotto alla Milanese
Local Name: Risotto alla Milanese

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