Pistachio Risotto With Saffron
Pistachio Risotto With Saffron might be just the side dish you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free recipe has 309 calories, 9g of protein, and 11g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 10% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 8. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. If you have vermouth, butter, parmesan cheese, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is a reasonably priced recipe for fans of Mediterranean food.
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and saut 5 minutes.
Add saffron, and saut 1 minute.
Add rice, and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add vermouth and 2 cups broth. Cook, stirring constantly, until liquid is absorbed.
Repeat procedure with remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time. (Cooking time is 30 to 45 minutes.)
Remove from heat, stir in cheese and pistachios.
*1 cup chicken broth may be substituted for vermouth.