Arborio Rice Recipes

To cook Arborio rice in a slow cooker, mix four cups of water or chicken broth with 1.25 cups of rice and a teaspoon of virgin olive oil. Cook for two hours before adding parmesan cheese.

Cooking Arborio rice in instant pots

Preheat the pressure cooker in the sauté setting. Add some olive oil and 1.5 cups of rice, and stir for three minutes. Put three cups of chicken broth or water, seasoning and pepper into the instant pot.

Secure the lead and turn the pressure release knob to a seed position, then cook it at high pressure for five minutes. When cooking is complete, add some parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

If you are craving seafood, try out herby tomato & prawn risotto. The vegetables lend a fresh and spicy kick to the side dish. Aside from prawns, risotto also pairs well with seared salmon, striking the perfect balance between light and luxury.

Vegetarians can enjoy risotto in various dishes. For instance, you can cook red pesto & veggie risotto. The fresh herbs and vegetables add a fun twist to risotto, creating a dish bursting with flavours.

The creamy texture of Arborio rice lends itself well to rice pudding. The rice grains soften when simmered in milk and sugar, resulting in a smooth and creamy dessert.

Vialone Nano, a fino or semi-fino Italian variety of rice, can also absorb a lot of liquid. The rice is small in size but triples as it absorbs water or broth during cooking.

Another rice that can make creamy risotto is sushi rice, also known as Japanese rice or sticky rice. Its grains are short and plump, and they can absorb a lot of moisture when cooked.

For added flavour, you can make your risotto using farro, pearled barley or fregola. Use farro for a nutty flavour and more starch.