Best 4 Mexican Risotto Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexico with our tantalizing Mexican Risotto recipes. These dishes artfully blend the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the creamy richness of traditional Italian risotto. From the classic combination of corn, poblano peppers, and cheese to the unique fusion of black beans, chorizo, and avocado, our recipes offer a diverse range of taste sensations to satisfy every palate. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions and cooking tips to ensure that you create a flavorful and authentic Mexican risotto experience at home.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK MEXICAN CORN RISOTTO



Quick Mexican Corn Risotto image

Categories     Cheese     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Corn     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup medium-grain white rice
2 14 1/2-ounce cans low-salt chicken broth
1 10-ounce package frozen sweet corn
1/4 cup whipping cream or half and half
1 cup (packed) grated Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeños
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cumin; sauté 1 minute. Mix in rice. Add broth and frozen corn and bring to boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until rice is tender and mixture is slightly thick and creamy, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Add cream and cheese and stir until mixture is heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

QUICK MEXICAN CORN RISOTTO



Quick Mexican Corn Risotto image

Here's a good alternative to Spanish rice that my family loves. It's really easy and creamy.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 clove garlic, pressed
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1 c medium grain white rice
29 oz chicken broth
10 oz frozen corn
1/4 c whipping cream
1 c monterey jack cheese with jalapeno, shredded
fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cumin; saute 1 minute.
  • 2. Mix in rice. Add broth and frozen corn and bring to boil, stirring frequently.
  • 3. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until rice is tender and mixture is slightly thick and creamy, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes.
  • 4. Add cream and cheese and stir until mixture is heated through.
  • 5. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

MEXICAN FIESTA RISOTTO



Mexican Fiesta Risotto image

A fiesta...for your taste buds.

Provided by Lindsay V

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 c arborio rice
1/2 c chopped onion
2 Tbsp butter
3 c chicken broth
1 can(s) (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 c mexican blend cheese (colby jack or pepper jack would work too)
1 c frozen corn
1 bell pepper, chopped and deseeded (any color will do)
1/3 c cilantro, chopped
2 Tbsp canola oil
1 1/2 Tbsp cumin
2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp minced garlic
juice of 1 lime
salt & pepper
cooking spray

Steps:

  • 1. Coat a small saucepan with cooking spray and sauté peppers. After about 5 minutes, add the corn and season with salt and pepper. I like to cook the peppers until they're slightly charred to resemble veggies you'd receive with fajitas.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in a medium sauce pot, cook onion on medium heat with the butter. When the onion becomes fragrant, add the Arborio rice. Stir for 2 minutes. Add in 1 cup of chicken broth. Allow the rice to completely absorb the chicken broth before adding the next cup. Follow this same rule before adding the third and final cup of broth. The final result should be very creamy.
  • 3. As your rice is cooking, mix together the canola oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic and lime juice in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • 4. Once rice is cooked, mix in beans, cheese, pepper, corn and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • 5. Add the dressing and stir until evenly distributed. Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
  • 6. Add the dressing and stir until evenly distributed. Season with more salt and pepper if desired.

MEXICAN RISOTTO



MEXICAN RISOTTO image

Categories     Rice     Vegetarian

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 poblano peppers
1 small red onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 bay leaf
Olive oil
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup baby spinach, sliced into thin strips
1 ½ cups Arborio rice
Crushed black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
~ ½ cup parmesan cheese
~ 1 cup queso fresco, crumbled

Steps:

  • Roast the poblano peppers under the broiler set on hi for about 10 minutes- 5 minutes per side. When they come out of the oven, cover them with a clean dishtowel and let them sit for a while- at least 5 minutes, but more is ok. Once cool enough to handle, skin each pepper, remove the seeds, and then chop the peppers and keep nearby. Heat the chicken broth in a saucepan. In a saucepan or deep skillet over medium-high heat, add 2-3 tbsp olive oil. Sauté celery, onion, and bay leaf for ~ 10 minutes until softened. Add chopped poblanos, and sauté for 3-4 more minutes. Add rice, and sauté until opaque- about 2 minutes. Add broth by the ladleful until the rice is covered. Increase heat to high, and allow broth/rice/etc to boil, stirring frequently. Add crushed black pepper to taste. As broth level drops below rice, add more by the ladleful. Cook rice at the boil for 15 minutes- rice should still be firm to the bite. Add spinach and cook for about 4 more minutes, stirring frequently the whole time. Take skillet/saucepan off heat. Add butter, parmesan, and queso fresco, and stir vigorously for 30 sec- 1 minute. Serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the risotto will be. Use Arborio or Carnaroli rice, which are short-grain rices that hold their shape well and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Toast the rice before adding the liquid: This helps to develop the rice's nutty flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Add the liquid gradually: Slowly adding the liquid allows the rice to absorb it evenly and prevents the risotto from becoming too soupy.
  • Stir frequently: Stirring the risotto constantly helps to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan and ensures that it cooks evenly.
  • Let the risotto rest before serving: This allows the rice to finish absorbing the liquid and develop a creamy texture.

Conclusion:

Mexican risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Whether you're looking for a traditional recipe or something a little more unique, there's sure to be a Mexican risotto recipe that you'll love.

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