Karen's Pea & Coconut Risotto (with a Salmon Kebab)
A creamy stirred irresistible Risotto with the added sweetness of peas; purée adds color, texture and flavor! Coconut is subtle yet adds a complementary sweet-nutty edge.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time28 minutes mins
Course: first course, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pea & Coconut Risotto, Pea risotto, Spring Pea Risotto
Servings: 8 servings
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups peas frozen or fresh (see recipe tips)
- 1/3 cup white wine I use Sauvignon Blanc
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock divided; preferably homemade / kept warm on stove
- 3/4 cups leeks whites & light greens; washed, 1/4" dice
- 1/4 cup shallots peeled, 1/4" dice
- 1 1/2 cups aborio rice
- 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened dried coconut
- 1/3 cup parmesan reggiano cheese grated
- 4 tablespoons coconut milk not "lite"
- sea salt to taste
Garnishes:
- 3 tablespoons coconut flakes lightly toasted
- 8 tablespoons pea shoots or micro celery
Add 1 cup frozen peas to a small bowl. Add very hot water, let sit 30 seconds then drain. Add 3/4 cups of broth and 1 cup peas to small food processor or blender. Blend until very smooth I minute, set aside. This is your Pea Purée to add at a final step.
Add remaining broth to a small pan on stove. Warm and cover.
Add butter to a large high-sided heavy skillet and heat until melted. Add leeks and shallots; cook over low heat until softened, 3 minutes. Add rice and shredded coconut and cook over medium heat until the rice is translucent and the coconut just colors.
Add wine and cook, stirring until evaporated. Add warm stock by the half cupful (I use an eight ounce ladle) and stir until the stock has been well absorbed. Continue with all remaining stock in the same method; 1/2 cup portions until all has been absorbed, stirring. Total time approximately 18- 20 minutes. The rice now will be al dente - that's good! Add the Pea Purée and parmesan cheese to the pot and stir over low heat until incorporated and rice feels cooked through. Add the coconut milk, give a big stir until warmed through.Lastly, add the remaining frozen peas and stir in until bright green and warmed. Add sea salt to taste.
See content for Salmon Skewer recipe.
Risotto is at its creamiest best served immediately. If reheating add some broth or coconut milk to add a better texture when warming through.
This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer.
Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 597IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg