Risotto with Peas and Saffron

A classic Italian Risotto con i Pisellini e Zafferano featuring arborio rice, sweet peas, and aromatic saffron infusion.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 501.2 kcals 2004.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 84.6 grams 338.2 grams
Fat 13 grams 52.1 grams
Protein 11.4 grams 45.4 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
20
g
Parmigiano Reggiano
freshly grated
GrainsCereals
Liquids
2
l
Vegetable Stock
kept hot; can use chicken stock if not vegetarian
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Saffron Threads
soaked in warm water for 30 minutes and strained
2
sachet
Saffron Powder
alternative to threads
1
1
Sea Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
peeled and very finely chopped
4
handful
Peas
raw or cooked frozen

Steps

  • Fry the onion in half the butter until softened.
  • Add rice and toast for five minutes until crackling hot.
  • Stir in three ladles of hot stock and most of the peas.
  • Continue adding stock 1½ ladles at a time until rice is creamy and firm to the bite.
  • Remove from heat and stir in remaining butter, peas, saffron, seasoning, and half the cheese.
  • Cover and let stand for four minutes.
  • Stir again, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and serve immediately.