Risotto of Nettles and Wild Herbs

A creamy vegetarian risotto made by blanching nettles and herbs, then slowly cooking Arborio rice with stock and white wine.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 699.1 kcals 1398.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 86.2 grams 172.4 grams
Fat 29.3 grams 58.6 grams
Protein 9.3 grams 18.5 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
50
g
GrainsCereals
Liquids
500
ml
Vegetable Stock
can also use chicken or veal stock
150
ml
White Wine
one wine glass
NutsSeeds
1
bunch
Chervil
wild or garden variety, finely chopped
1
bunch
Chives
wild or garden variety, finely chopped
1
bunch
Yellow Rocket
leaves, finely chopped
4
piece
Garlic
wild leaves, finely chopped
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
to taste
OilsFats
15
ml
Olive Oil
to trickle on each portion
Vegetables
35
piece
Nettle
tops, blanched and finely chopped
1
piece
Onion
small, chopped very finely

Steps

  • Blanch nettles in boiling water for two minutes, drain, squeeze dry, and chop finely.
  • Wash and finely chop all other herbs.
  • Simmer stock in a saucepan over low heat.
  • Sweat onion in butter in a heavy saucepan until soft but not coloured.
  • Add rice to the onion and cook for a few minutes.
  • Add a ladle of hot stock and simmer gently while stirring.
  • Add remaining stock gradually, incorporating the wine towards the end of cooking.
  • Cook until liquid is absorbed, the texture is creamy, and rice is tender.
  • Stir in the chopped nettles and herbs and season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs and olive oil before serving warm.