Risotto with Wild Mushrooms

This wild mushroom risotto is rich, creamy, and deeply savory. A mix of mushrooms brings depth and aroma, while slow stirring creates that classic silky texture without heaviness. It’s a comforting dish meant to be enjoyed warm and unhurried.

This is Let’s Veg comfort, stirred with patience.

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Risotto with Wild Mushrooms

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Risotto with wild mushrooms cooked creamy and rich. A comforting Let’s Veg recipe perfect for elegant vegetarian dinners\\

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 317

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 1 small onion or shallot finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 8 oz wild mushrooms shiitake, cremini, porcini mix, sliced
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• ½ cup dry white wine optional
• 4 cups warm vegetable broth
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan or vegetarian alternative
• Fresh parsley or thyme chopped (optional)

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Heat broth in a saucepan and keep warm.
2. Heat olive oil or butter in a wide pan over medium heat.
3. Add onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until soft.
4. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add mushrooms and sauté for 6-8 minutes, until browned and moisture evaporates.
6. Stir in Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes.
7. Add wine (if using) and stir until absorbed.
8. Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring often, allowing liquid to absorb before adding more.
9. Continue for 18-20 minutes, until rice is tender and creamy.
10. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in Parmesan.
11. Rest 2 minutes, garnish with herbs, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 1108mgPotassium: 338mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 757IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use mixed mushrooms for deeper flavor

Do not rinse mushrooms; wipe clean instead

Serve immediately for best texture

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