Risotto Recipe in a Thermomix

The risotto topping: start by thoroughly washing the zucchini and mushrooms. The mushrooms should not be fully submerged in water because they will absorb water and lose their flavor. It is recommended to gently brush them with a brush while quickly rinsing them under a stream of clear water.

When the vegetables are clean, peel the garlic clove and the shallot. In the mixing bowl, add the peeled shallot and garlic, the washed mushrooms, and the butter cut into small pieces. Blend everything for about ten seconds at speed 4 before cooking the mixture for 3 minutes at speed 1 at 90°C.

Preparation of the risotto: when the filling is cooked, add the special risotto rice and the glass of white wine to the bowl. Mix for 3 minutes, speed 1, at 90°C.

Meanwhile, slice the two zucchinis into thin rounds using a mandoline or a knife. When the ingredients are well mixed in the bowl, add the zucchini slices, water, vegetable broth, as well as a bit of salt and pepper. Proceed to cook for 18 minutes at speed 1, at 100°C.

Seasoning for mushroom and zucchini risotto: when the risotto is cooked, add fresh cream and parmesan. The amounts of these two ingredients should be chosen according to your taste. Some enjoy the risotto very creamy while others prefer it drier.

The same goes for the cheese: some enjoy the risotto with a strong cheese flavor while others prefer a very subtle taste of cheese. To mix everything well, blend for thirty seconds on low speed.

Taste and if necessary, adjust the seasoning with a bit of salt and pepper. Before serving the dish, let it rest in a warm place for about ten minutes.

Serve this dish on risotto plates or shallow bowls. If the risotto is not very creamy because it contains little cream, it can be presented using a ring mold.

To finish For the decoration: insert a few thin slices of zucchini and mushroom into the rice, add some Parmesan shavings, then place a few leaves of parsley here and there. For more color, it is possible to sprinkle the dish with a bit of chili powder.