Sweet Pea Risotto

15m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Mince one shallot and two to three garlic cloves.
  2. 2Place butter in a small sauté pan.
  3. 3Add the frozen peas.
  4. 4Place the peas over low heat.
  5. 5Place olive oil in a second pan over low to medium heat.
  6. 6Add the rice.
  7. 7Toast the rice a little bit in olive oil.
  8. 8Add shallots and garlic.
  9. 9Add white wine.
  10. 10Start to add chicken stock.
  11. 11Put half of the peas into a blender.
  12. 12Add heavy cream.
  13. 13Blend until smooth then set aside.
  14. 14Add another cup of stock.
  15. 15Repeat every time your stock cooks out.
  16. 16Add salt and black pepper.
  17. 17Add the pea puree and whole peas.
  18. 18Add a splash of water.
  19. 19Cut the heat, add butter and parmesan.

Ingredients

  • 1 decent size shallot
  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • sushi rice
  • 0.25 cup white wine
  • chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Parmesan cheese
  • water

Equipment

knifecutting boardsmall sauté panpanstoveblender

Tips

  • Traditionally risotto is made with Arborio rice but sushi rice can be used instead.
  • You can use bone broth or vegetable stock instead of chicken stock.
  • Add chives or parsley at the end.