
RECIPE / GENERAL
Risotto with Grapes and Lemon
A vibrant and comforting risotto marrying the creamy richness of Arborio rice with the refreshing burst of sweet grapes and the bright, zesty notes of lemon. A sophisticated yet simple dish perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
PREP
10 min
COOK
30 min
SERVES
2
PAIRING
Pinot Grigio
INGREDIENTS
Units
2 serv
- Arborio rice6 dl
- lemon0.5
- yellow onion1
- grapes20
- vegetable broth1 l
- white wine1 dl
- butter1 msk
- olive oil2 msk
- grated parmesan cheese1 dl
- black pepper0 to taste
METHOD
- 01Chop the onion into small pieces.
- 02Wash the rice until it is shiny.
- 03In a sauté pan, add some butter and olive oil. Gently fry the onion until it becomes slightly soft.
- 04Add the washed rice and fry it for about 2 minutes.
- 05Then, add the white wine and let it evaporate a bit with the lid on. Next, add 2 dl of warm vegetable broth and let it evaporate under the lid. Continue to add broth gradually, about 1-2 dl at a time, letting it evaporate and stirring frequently until the rice is al dente.
- 06Chop the grapes into smaller pieces (approximately 4 pieces per grape).
- 07When you pour in the last of the broth, also add the chopped grapes and grated parmesan cheese. Squeeze the juice from the half lemon into the risotto.
- 08Stir it a bit and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 09Serve directly, optionally garnished with a little lemon zest or a few extra grapes.