grains 8 min fix
Risotto Crunchy
Your risotto is crunchy because the rice did not fully hydrate. Add hot stock and cook a few minutes more.
crunchy grains · undercooked center · vegetarian · gluten-free
The fix
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- 1 stir in 1/2 cup hot stock and simmer 3 minutes
- 2 finish with 1 tablespoon butter and parmesan
- 3 taste and season with salt
If it's still wrong
- cover and let rest 5 minutes to steam
- turn into arancini where a firmer center is acceptable
Prevent next time
- keep stock hot and add in small amounts
- taste early and often
Notes
Why this works
Hot stock rehydrates the center of each grain. Finishing with butter and cheese restores the creamy texture risotto is meant to have.