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Lemon and Rosemary Risotto

Lemon and Rosemary Risotto is a zesty first course with bright citrus notes. Quick and easy to prepare, let us show you how to make this delightful recipe!
Recipe Lemon and Rosemary Risotto
  • Difficulty Medium
  • Preparation 20 minutes
  • Cooking 15 minutes
  • Servings for Serves 4

The Lemon and Rosemary Risotto is a tasty first course with a delicate flavor. It’s a simple and quick recipe, perfect to serve throughout the year and ideal for a romantic dinner with your partner or to celebrate special occasions.

The citrusy flavor of lemon perfectly combines with the Mediterranean aroma of rosemary in this recipe, creating a perfect blend of these two ingredients. Your guests won’t be able to resist this dish!

The Licorice and Shrimp Risotto, Champagne Risotto, and Beetroot Risotto with Taleggio Cheese Fondue are other risottos we recommend preparing for special occasions. Now, after this brief introduction, follow our recipe step by step and prepare this delicious Lemon and Rosemary Risotto with us!

Ingredients for Serves 4

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Method

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  1. To prepare the Lemon and Rosemary Risotto, start by making the vegetable broth. Meanwhile, finely chop the onion and sauté it with a knob of butter in a high-sided pan.
  2. Add the rice and toast it over high heat for a couple of minutes. Then deglaze with white wine, still over high heat, waiting another two minutes for it to evaporate completely. Add a couple of ladles of broth and continue cooking the risotto, adding more broth occasionally as needed.
  3. Once the rice is al dente (which will take about thirteen minutes), add the washed and grated zest of two unwaxed lemons along with the needles from a sprig of rosemary, and continue cooking until done.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing everything together for about two minutes. Transfer your Lemon and Rosemary Risotto to serving plates, garnish with lemon curls, and serve to your guests. Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!
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Variations and Alternatives

Sprinkle the risotto with your favorite chopped fresh herbs before serving. For an extra savory twist, add some pecorino cheese along with the parmesan during the final mantecatura (creaming) process to make it even more flavorful and delicious.

Storage

Lemon and Rosemary Risotto should be enjoyed immediately after preparation: we do not recommend any type of storage.

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