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🌍Authentic Italian recipe from a Italy-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Giuseppe Giglio chef

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Risotto allo Zafferano

Cultural Context

Originating from Milan, Risotto allo Zafferano is a luxurious dish that showcases the vibrant color and unique flavor of saffron. Traditionally served at special occasions, this creamy risotto embodies the heart of Italian comfort food. Today, it is enjoyed worldwide, often adapted with various ingredients while still honoring its classic roots.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
320 gr riso Carnaroli
1 cipolla
125 gr burro
mezzo cucchiaino zafferano
1 lt brodo vegetale
40 ml vino bianco
80 gr parmigiano grattugiato
olio evo
sale
pepe

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is a great alternative for a lighter dish.

1

Finely chop the onion.

2

In a pan, melt the butter and sauté the onion until translucent.

3

Add the rice and toast it for a few minutes.

4

Pour in the white wine and let it evaporate.

5

Gradually add the vegetable broth, stirring continuously.

6

Add the saffron and continue to cook until the rice is al dente.

7

Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstirring

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Saffron RisottoRisotto Milanese
Local Name: Risotto allo Zafferano

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