Description
This easy and creamy Rice Cooker Risotto simplifies traditional risotto-making by using a rice cooker to deliver perfectly tender Arborio rice infused with aromatic shallots, garlic, and lemon. Enhanced with vibrant peas and rich Parmesan cheese, it’s a comforting yet elegant dish ready in just over half an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 medium shallot, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch black pepper
Liquids and Flavorings
- 4 cups vegetable broth (divided)
- Zest and juice of one lemon
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 oz grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the diced shallots, minced garlic, Arborio rice, 2 ½ cups of vegetable broth, butter, salt, and black pepper into the rice cooker. Stir everything thoroughly to mix the ingredients well.
- Cook the Rice: Set your rice cooker to the white rice setting, or simply press cook if your rice cooker has a basic function. Let the rice cooker work until it finishes the cooking cycle, which should take about 30 minutes.
- Finish the Risotto: Once the cooker stops, open the lid and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, frozen peas, grated Parmesan cheese, and add the remaining broth as needed to achieve a creamy consistency. Give it a good mix to combine all flavors evenly.
- Serve: Serve the risotto immediately while hot. Optionally, garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs like parsley for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Using a rice cooker makes risotto foolproof and hands-off compared to the traditional stovetop constant stirring method.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if preferred.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine before cooking if your rice cooker allows opening mid-cycle.
- Adjust broth quantity slightly if you prefer a firmer or creamier risotto.
- This dish can be served as a side or a main course, especially when paired with a salad or protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
