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Creamy Risotto with Dried Porcini Mushrooms

A foolproof recipe for intensely creamy risotto, perfect even when fresh mushrooms aren’t available!
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Mushroom risotto is one of our absolute favorite dishes at home, and this amazing recipe gives us the luxury of making it even when mushrooms are not...

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tagAlt.Risotto with Dried Porcini Mushrooms

Arborio rice and porcini mushrooms create a timeless harmony on the plate. Few dishes capture the essence of Italian comfort food quite like a well-executed mushroom risotto. The deep, earthy intensity of dried porcini mushrooms transforms humble rice into a luxurious, velvety masterpiece.

To achieve the perfect risotto, start with two essential components: high-quality rice and premium dried mushrooms. The rice’s starch content is critical for achieving that signature creamy texture. Avoid regular long-grain rice—only Arborio or Carnaroli will do, thanks to their unique ability to absorb flavor while retaining a satisfying bite.

A good risotto isn’t just about the ingredients but also technique. The slow addition of hot broth and constant stirring releases the rice’s starch, creating that luscious, creamy consistency. This dish is all about patience and attention—qualities at the core of Italian culinary tradition.

This risotto is a celebration of simplicity and flavor, ideal for sharing with friends and family. Trust in the process, choose the right ingredients, and you’ll be rewarded with a dish that elicits admiration at any table.

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Ingredients

for 4 servings

Risotto with Dried Porcini Mushrooms Ingredients

  • Carnaroli Rice (for Risotto) 200 grams
  • Yellow Onion 1
  • Celery (Stalk) 1 cup
  • Carrot 1
  • Dried Porcini Mushrooms 25 grams
  • Parsley (Stem) 0.5 cup
  • Garlic Cloves 1 cup
  • Parmesan cheese (Grated) 30 grams
  • Extra-virgin olive oil 3 table-spoon
  • Butter 15 grams
  • Salt 1 pinch
  • White wine 0.5 cup

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Preparation

for 4 servings

Step

1

Of 3

Simmer a Robust Vegetable Broth

Begin by adding a whole onion, a carrot, and a celery stalk to a medium saucepan. Cover with 2.5 liters of water and bring to a gentle boil. Season generously with salt and let the vegetables simmer for several hours, extracting their flavors into a savory, aromatic broth. This homemade broth provides the essential foundation for your risotto’s depth of flavor.

Step

2

Of 3

Rehydrate the Dried Porcini Mushrooms

Place your dried porcini mushrooms in a small glass or bowl, covering them with lukewarm water. Allow them to soak and rehydrate for several hours. This process not only softens the mushrooms but also creates a flavorful soaking liquid that will enrich your risotto later on.

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3

Of 3

Crafting the Risotto Base and Finishing Touches

Finely chop fresh parsley. In a heavy-bottomed soup pot, heat a generous splash of extra-virgin olive oil. Add minced garlic and the chopped parsley to the oil, gently sautéing over low heat until the garlic is lightly golden—be vigilant, as burnt garlic will impart bitterness.

Drain the soaked porcini mushrooms, reserving their soaking liquid. Gently squeeze excess liquid from the mushrooms and roughly chop them. Add them to the pot with the garlic and parsley and sauté for a few minutes. Pour in the reserved mushroom liquid and allow the mixture to simmer for 7-8 minutes, infusing the base with rich umami notes.

In a separate sauté pan, warm more olive oil and add the Arborio rice. Toast the rice over medium-low heat for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour in dry white wine, allowing it to evaporate completely—this step deglazes the pan and builds flavor.

Incorporate the mushroom mixture into the rice, seasoning lightly with salt. Begin adding your hot vegetable broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring continuously and allowing each addition to absorb before adding the next. Maintain a gentle simmer—this gradual method is key to risotto’s creamy texture. Continue for approximately 20 minutes, or until the rice is al dente and the consistency is creamy.

Five minutes before the rice is fully cooked, taste and adjust seasoning. Remove from the heat and stir in a generous knob of butter and plenty of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Mix gently until the risotto becomes luxuriously smooth and unified.

Serve immediately in warmed bowls, finishing each portion with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil for extra richness and sheen.

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Reviews

Sara Monday 11th of January 2021

Creamy mushroom risotto all year round? Yes please!

Mushroom risotto is one of our absolute favorite dishes at home, and this amazing recipe gives us the luxury of making it even when mushrooms are not in season!

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