Spicy Courgettes / Zucchini With Saffron Risotto Recipe

Name: Spicy Courgettes / Zucchini With Saffron Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 14 lbs zucchini, halved lengthways; ½ teaspoon paprika; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 lb roma tomato, chopped; 1 large red chili pepper, halved and deseeded; 1 teaspoon superfine sugar; salt and pepper; 8 ounces risotto rice; 1 pinch saffron; 2 ½ cups boiling water; 12 basil leaves, torn; 2 ounces parmesan cheese, grated, to garnish; arborio rice

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 14 lbs zucchini, halved lengthways
½ teaspoon paprika
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 lb roma tomato, chopped
1 large red chili pepper, halved and deseeded
1 teaspoon superfine sugar
salt and pepper
8 ounces risotto rice
1 pinch saffron
2 ½ cups boiling water
12 basil leaves, torn
2 ounces parmesan cheese, grated, to garnish
arborio rice

1
Heat oven to 400F
2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan, then add the zucchini and fry for 3-4 mins until browned.
3
Sprinkle with paprika, drain, then transfer to a shallow ovenproof baking dish.
4
Add the remaining oil to the frying pan and fry the onion and garlic for 5 mins, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
5
Add chopped tomatoes, chili, sugar and seasoning, then cook for a further 2 minutes
6
Spoon sauce over the zucchini, then put in the oven on a low shelf.
7
Put the risotto rice into a casserole dish with the boiling water, then season.
8
Cover and cook in the oven, above the zucchini, for 20 mins until the rice and zucchini are tender.
9
Fluff up the rice with a fork, then spoon onto warmed serving plates.
10
Top with the zucchini mixture and garnish with fresh basil leaves and cheese.

1884

kcal

Calories

165

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 14 lbs zucchini, halved lengthways, ½ teaspoon paprika, 1 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Courgettes / Zucchini With Saffron Risotto falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Spicy Courgettes / Zucchini With Saffron Risotto

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