
MUSHROOM RISOTTO WITH BLACK TRUFFLE
Luxurious mushroom risotto made with Aquarello rice, chanterelles, shiitakes, Pecorino, and finished with fresh black truffle. A creamy, elegant Italian classic.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a wide pan, heat 3 tbsp olive oil. Add all mushrooms together with the onion and garlic. Sauté over medium-high heat until lightly caramelized and they release their juices (6-7 minutes). This will be the flavor base for the risotto.
- Add the Aquarello rice, stir well for 1-2 minutes until it becomes glossy.
- Pour in the white wine, stir, and let it fully evaporate.
- Start adding the hot water, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously. Do not add all the water at once – each time the liquid is absorbed, add more. This way, the rice absorbs all the flavors. Total cooking time: 16–18 minutes until al dente.
- Remove from heat. Add the butter and Pecorino, then stir vigorously until creamy. Adjust with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Divide the risotto into deep plates, grate fresh black truffle on top, and drizzle with a little raw olive oil for extra aroma.