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Expand1/2 an onion, finely diced Ask a question about this ingredient
1 red bell pepper, finely diced Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or pimentón) Ask a question about this ingredient
a dash of cayenne Ask a question about this ingredient
1 garlic clove, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely diced Ask a question about this ingredient
1 quart chicken stock Ask a question about this ingredient
½ an onion, finely diced Ask a question about this ingredient
1 garlic clove, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup white wine Ask a question about this ingredient
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan Ask a question about this ingredient
10-15 basil leaves, roughly torn Ask a question about this ingredient
Place your stock in a large measuring cup or bowl. Heat in the microwave for 3-4 minutes until warm.
Ask a question about this stepIn a large deep skillet or medium Dutch oven, sauté the onion in enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Once translucent, about 3-5 minutes, add garlic and sauté for an additional minute. Add the rice and stir so it becomes coated in the oil and onion mixture. Cook for about 3 minutes to get the rice lightly toasted. Add the salt and the wine and cook, stirring, until nearly evaporated, about 1 minute. Return the heat to medium, and add ½ cup of stock, stirring occasionally until the rice has absorbed the liquid. Add the next ½ cup of stock and repeat the process.
Ask a question about this stepWhile the risotto is working slowly, you can turn the majority of your attention to the red pepper mixture. In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onion and red pepper in enough olive oil to coat the pan. Cook until the vegetables have softened, about 6 minutes. Add the paprika, cayenne, garlic, and cook for another 2 minutes, until the mixture is very fragrant. Season generously with salt, and carefully stir in the tomatoes. Simmer until some of the juices have evaporated, the sauce has thickened, and the vegetables are very tender, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and taste again for seasoning.
Ask a question about this stepOnce the stock is almost gone, and the risotto has only a slight bite to it, add the red pepper mixture and any additional liquid if necessary. Stir to combine. When the risotto is at your desired texture and consistency, stir in the basil and ¾ of the Parmesan, and take the pan off the heat.
Ask a question about this stepTaste for seasoning, and garnish with the additional Parmesan and some torn basil leaves.
Ask a question about this stepAnd, I fully disagree with Lizthechef. I thought the tomato to red pepper ratio was fine. I even added more!
This is a first for me. I tested and rejected your risotto for an EP, and, spurred on by food52, who encouraged to tell you why. First of all, I bow to your fresh talent and could be your grandmother. I bought fresh pimenton and cayenne, but the spice caught me in the back of my throat as bitter as I tasted the dish. Further, it didn't really deliver what I want in a veggie risotto. My husband, for example, a non-foodie, said, "This tastes too tomato-y." I added some cream and it was a beautiful side dish to my crisply roasted chicken. I hope I am not offending you. I truly gave this my best shot and wanted an EP for you, not that you need it. I welcome your response and/or critique if I get back there again. in any category. Best, Lizthechef
I love that pimenton, too.
YUM. I will definitely be trying this soon - I have a ton of grilled red peppers to use up.
Looks beautiful and delicious! And I'm so glad you finally made this after a week of considering it. I kind of thought you were all talk.
This looks great, the perfect combination of risotto w/ Spanish flavors. I love pimenton and use it a lot in soup.
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I enjoyed this recipe, however I had to make a few adjustments to the sauce. At first, it wasn't a sauce at all - just cooked peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Then I added some stock to it (which wasn't mentioned) and this helped a little. Turned out that once I mixed the red pepper mixture with the risotto, it didn't make much of a difference. My only disappointment was my basil went bad before I could use it! Thank for the recipe!