Risi e Bisi
Author:Risi e Bisi (Italian Rice & Peas) is an easy one-pot recipe made with risotto rice, sweet leeks and green peas. It's buttery, rich, creamy, family-friendly and ready in only 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium leeks , shredded
- 1 medium onion , diced
- 4 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 cup (197 grams) risotto rice , such as Carnaroli, Arborio or Vialone Nano
- 2 cups (270 grams) frozen peas (don't defrost)
- 6 cups (1440 mls) vegetable stock
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt , plus more to taste
- 4 tablespoons vegan butter
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper , plus more to taste
- OPTIONAL fresh parsley to top , chopped
- OPTIONAL Vegan Parmesan to top
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, sauté the leeks and onions in the olive oil for about 5 mins, until translucent.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the minced garlic, and continue to cook for another two to three minutes.
- Stir in the rice. Stir for a couple of minutes until you start to hear it make popping sounds.
- Add the frozen peas, stock, and salt, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and allow to simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until it's a thick, soupy consistency and the rice is tender. It will continue to thicken a bit as it cools while you serve it up.
- Remove from the heat, add the vegan butter and black pepper and give it a really good stir to incorporate. Taste a little bit to check the seasoning and add more salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve with an extra dollop of butter and some parsley and vegan parmesan cheese if desired.
NOTES
Do not rinse the rice before using it. It’s essential to keep all the starch on the rice.
Storage – Risi e Bisi leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm gently in a pan on the stove microwave until piping hot. Add a little stock to thin if necessary.
NUTRITION
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1836mg | Potassium: 336mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2563IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 4mg
