Charred Leek & Bone Broth Risotto Recipe
This Charred Leek & Bone Broth Risotto is a creamy, comforting dish that combines the deep, smoky flavor of charred leeks with the nourishing richness of bone broth. Using Arborio rice slowly cooked to a perfect al dente texture and enriched with Parmesan cheese, this recipe offers a soulful twist on classic risotto that’s both flavorful and hearty.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups bone broth
- 2 leeks, charred and chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil until shimmering.
- Cook onions: Add the diced onions and sauté until they become translucent and soft, about 4-5 minutes.
- Sauté garlic and leeks: Stir in the minced garlic and the chopped charred leeks, cooking for an additional minute to release their flavors.
- Toast the rice: Add the Arborio rice to the pan and toast it by stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes, coating the grains in the oil and warming them through.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine and stir continuously until it is fully absorbed by the rice.
- Add bone broth gradually: Begin adding the bone broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently, and wait until the liquid is almost fully absorbed before adding the next ladle. This slow addition helps develop the risotto’s creamy texture.
- Cook until creamy and al dente: Continue this process, stirring regularly, until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite—usually about 18-20 minutes in total.
- Finish with cheese and seasoning: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Rest and serve: Let the risotto rest for a few minutes off the heat to thicken slightly, then serve warm.
Notes
- Char the leeks by holding them over an open flame or grilling to develop a smoky undertone that enhances the flavor.
- Use homemade or high-quality bone broth for maximum richness and nutrition.
- Stir the risotto constantly to release the rice’s starches and achieve its signature creamy texture.
- Adjust seasoning at the end; Parmesan adds saltiness so taste before adding extra salt.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute bone broth with vegetable broth and use vegetarian Parmesan or nutritional yeast.
Keywords: risotto, bone broth, charred leeks, Arborio rice, Italian recipe, creamy risotto, easy risotto
