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Safranlı Risotto
Medium 40 min~410 kcal 6/10
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Saffron Pea Risotto
Saffron stains this Milan risotto golden while peas keep each spoonful sweet and green.
Medium⏱️ 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~380 kcal🇮🇹 Italian🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 28 min cook
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Timeline
Total 40 min- Prep12 min
- Cooking28 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Arborio rice
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Peas
- 1 tutam Saffron
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Parmesan
- 5 su bardağı(~1000 ml) Vegetable stock
- 1 adet Onion
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Butter
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Instructions
- 1
Steep the saffron in a small amount of hot vegetable stock for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 2
Cook the onion in butter for 4 minutes until translucent.
4 min04:00 - 3
Add the Arborio rice and toast for 3 minutes so the grains are coated in fat.
3 min03:00 - 4
Add the hot stock ladle by ladle and cook for 16 minutes, waiting for each addition to absorb before adding the next.
16 min16:00 - 5
Add the peas and saffron water and cook for 4 more minutes.
4 min04:00 - 6
Stir in the Parmesan and butter off the heat and serve immediately so the risotto stays creamy.
💡 Tip: Adding the peas near the end keeps their color lively.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the saffron pea risotto hot with Parmesan and black pepper.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~380
kcal calories
11
g protein
56
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 12%Carbs 60%Fat 28%
GI 21 · Low GIGL 12 · Medium GL
5.7g
Sugar
3.9g
Fiber
1189.6mg
Sodium
4.6g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Saffron Pea Risotto make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Saffron Pea Risotto take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 28 minutes; 40 minutes in total.Is Saffron Pea Risotto difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Saffron Pea Risotto have?
Approximately 380 kcal per serving. Protein: 11g, carbs: 56g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Saffron Pea Risotto contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Saffron Pea Risotto belong to?
This recipe belongs to Italian cuisine.How many ingredients does Saffron Pea Risotto need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Saffron Pea Risotto filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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