Riz aux Cèpes

Riz aux Cèpes is a rustic and flavorful French rice dish featuring earthy porcini mushrooms, creating a comforting meal that celebrates the simplicity of vegetarian cooking. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing the essence of French cuisine to your table with its rich, umami flavors.

Ingredients

• Arborio rice - 150 grams
• Dried cèpes (porcini mushrooms) - 30 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Shallot - 1, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving) - 30 grams, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Soak the dried cèpes in warm water for about 20 minutes until rehydrated. Drain and reserve the soaking liquid.
2. In a saucepan, heat the vegetable broth and add the reserved mushroom soaking liquid. Keep warm over low heat.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the Arborio rice, toasting it lightly for about 2 minutes until it becomes slightly translucent.
5. Gradually add the warm broth mixture, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. Continue this process for about 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is al dente.
6. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the rehydrated cèpes to the skillet, stirring them into the rice.
7. Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat, and stir in the chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 11 g
• Carbs: 66 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms, which support immune health.
• Provides a good source of fiber and protein from rice and mushrooms, aiding in digestion and muscle repair.

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