Italian
Garlic, Oil and Chilli Pepper Risotto
by Casa Pappagallo · 705K subscribers on YouTube
A delicious twist on the classic pasta aglio e olio, this risotto is infused with garlic, chilli pepper and a touch of parsley for a vibrant, spicy flavour.
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients
7 items- Olive OilGenerous amount
- GarlicSliced
- Chili PepperDried chili pepper, to taste
- Risotto Ricee.g. Arborio or Carnaroli
- WaterBoiling, as needed
- SaltTo taste
- Parsley(optional) — Fresh, chopped, optional
Method
- Slice the garlic and add it to a generous amount of olive oil in a pan along with the chilli pepper.
- Heat the oil until small bubbles appear around the garlic (about 30 seconds), then remove from heat and set aside.
- In a separate pan, add a little of the flavoured oil (without solids) and toast the rice.
- Once the rice is well toasted, add boiling water and cook, keeping the rice covered with water, for about 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, drain the garlic and chilli from the oil and add them to the risotto. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, adjusting salt to taste.
- Remove from heat. Add the remaining flavoured oil to the risotto and stir to mantecare (cream it).
- Optionally, add chopped fresh parsley and serve.
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