Cauliflower and Shiitake Risotto
Daily Recipe: October 23, 2023
In this recipe, we're going to put a unique twist on classic Italian cuisine, with a beautiful Cauliflower Risotto. Instead of using traditional Arborio rice, we'll be using grated cauliflower, keeping it light, and adding a surprisingly delightful crunch to your dish. With the added goodness of Shiitake mushrooms, this dish brings a marry of flavors which are both delightfully surprising and warmingly familiar.
Ingredients (for 2)
- Large head of cauliflower - 1 - grated
- Shiitake mushrooms - 1 cup - sliced
- Cherry tomatoes - 8 - halved
- Garlic cloves - 2 - minced
- Vegetable broth - 2 cups
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Nutritional yeast - 1/4 cup
- Basil leaves - a handful - finely chopped
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Preparation
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Step 1 - 🍳🔥🌡Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Step 2 - 🍄🧂🍳Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and a pinch of salt into the skillet. Saute until they turn golden brown.
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Step 3 - 🍳🍲🌱Add in the minced garlic and cook until it's fragrant.
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Step 4 - 🍲➡️🥣Transfer the cooked mushrooms and garlic into a bowl and set them aside for later.
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Step 5 - 🍳🥄🥦In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and the grated cauliflower. Simmer until the cauliflower is slightly toasted.
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Step 6 - 🥦🍲🥣Pour in the vegetable broth and stir until the cauliflower becomes tender.
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Step 7 - 🥦🧂🥄Add the nutritional yeast to the skillet and stir until it's well combined and the risotto appears creamy.
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Step 8 - 🥄🥦🍄Fold in the sautéed mushrooms and stir well to combine everything together.
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Step 9 - 🍳🍅🔥In a separate pan, roast the halved cherry tomatoes until they are slightly charred.
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Step 10 - 🥣🌿🥄Scoop the risotto into a bowl. Top it with roasted cherry tomatoes and a sprinkling of the chopped fresh basil. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
Additional
This Cauliflower Risotto is a fun take on a classic Italian dish. The cauliflower adds a lovely texture to the creamy risotto, while keeping it low carb. It's a wonderful way to add more veggies to your diet without sacrificing flavour. Adding grilled chicken or seared scallops would be a fantastic way to introduce protein to this dish.