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Bloody Beet Risotto Recipe

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Bloody Beet Risotto is a vibrant and creamy Italian rice dish infused with the earthy sweetness of beets and enriched with Parmesan cheese. This visually striking risotto combines beet juice and fresh grated beet for deep color and flavor, balanced by aromatic onion and garlic, finished with butter and cheese for a luscious texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup beet juice
  • 1 small beet, grated
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the broth: In a saucepan, warm the vegetable broth and beet juice together over low heat and keep it at a gentle simmer.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet or saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Toast the rice: Add the arborio rice to the skillet and stir well to coat each grain with the butter and aromatics. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
  4. Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring often, until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
  5. Add broth gradually: Begin adding the simmering broth and beet juice mixture one ladle at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to be absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue this process, stirring often, for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and just tender.
  6. Add beets: Stir in the grated beet about halfway through cooking to combine its earthy flavor and enhance the color of the risotto.
  7. Finish the risotto: Once the rice is cooked to al dente and creamy in texture, remove from heat. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter and the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve: Serve the Bloody Beet Risotto immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Maintain a gentle simmer for the broth to keep the rice cooking evenly.
  • Stirring constantly helps release the rice’s starch, creating a creamy texture.
  • Beet juice intensifies the flavor and color, so use fresh or high-quality juice.
  • Risotto is best served fresh; it tends to lose creaminess upon reheating.
  • For a vegan version, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast and use vegan butter.

Keywords: beet risotto, vegetarian risotto, Italian rice dish, creamy risotto, beet juice recipe

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