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Caramelized Onion Risotto

Caramelized Onion Risotto: Your Quick Comfort Food Dream

Experience the creamy, umami-rich flavors of caramelized onion risotto, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 335
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto Base
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Do not substitute with long-grain rice.
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions Thinly sliced.
  • 4 cups Warm Vegetable Broth Keep it warm during cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use both cold and melted.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used.
For the Topping
  • 2 medium Remaining Sliced Onions Crisp for topping.

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

How to Make Caramelized Onion Risotto
  1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Add two-thirds of the sliced onions and cook for about 20 minutes until golden.
  2. Add Arborio rice and remaining onions; stir for 2-3 minutes until rice releases a nutty aroma.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of warm vegetable broth, allowing rice to absorb fully before adding more; repeat for about 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, mix in cold butter and thyme until creamy.
  5. Sauté remaining onions in a skillet until crispy as a topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with grated Parmesan or fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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