Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade Chorizo and Courgette Risotto, perfect for cozy family nights. This creamy dish combines the smoky flavor of chorizo with the fresh crunch of courgettes, creating a delightful dining experience that resonates with comfort and joy. Gather your loved ones around the table and savor every bite of this hearty recipe that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 150g chorizo sausage (sliced)
- 2 medium courgettes (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 50g Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced chorizo and cook until browned and crispy (approximately 5 minutes).
- Stir in Arborio rice, coating each grain with oil, and toast for about 2 minutes until edges are translucent.
- Gradually add vegetable broth, one cup at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more.
- When one cup of broth remains, fold in sliced courgettes and cook until tender.
- Once the rice is al dente, remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for a comforting meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg