Lemon Risotto Recipe

Name: Lemon Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups chicken stock, homemade or low-sodium canned; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 1/2 cups arborio rice; 3/4 cup good-quality vodka; 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice; Zest of 1 1/2 lemons, finely minced; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

5 cups chicken stock, homemade or low-sodium canned
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
3/4 cup good-quality vodka
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 1/2 lemons, finely minced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste

1
In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a simmer over medium heat.
2
Reduce the heat to low and keep the broth at a bare simmer.
3
In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the butter and oil over medium heat.
4
When the butter has melted, add the onions and saute until translucent, about 6 to 8 minutes.
5
Add the rice and coat with the mixture stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
6
Add the vodka, stirring constantly until the rice absorbs the liquid, about 3 minutes.
7
Add the lemon juice and continue stirring until the liquid is absorbed.
8
Add the broth, a ladle at a time, stirring constantly.
9
Continue adding until you reach a point where the liquid is absorbed and the rice is creamy and al dente, about 25 minutes.
10
Fold in the lemon zest and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Serve immediately, accompanied by the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.

1030

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups chicken stock, homemade or low-sodium canned, 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemon Risotto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Risotto

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