APPLE-PUMPKIN RISOTTO WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS (VEGAN)

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Apple-Pumpkin Risotto With Caramelized Onions (Vegan) image

This is a hearty, comforting, autumn delight from BUST magazine's new column, "Nickel and Dined" by Isa Chandra Moskowitz, where she presents cheap, fancy, healthy, vegan recipes. Whatever you do, do not omit the caramelized onions. They really pull together all the other flavors. This recipe takes time to make, but it's actually quite easy to throw together, especially if you have all the fruits and vegetables chopped and ready to go before you begin (or recruit a sous chef for that job). Trust me...it's well worth the wait.

Provided by Prose

Categories     Rice

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 lbs sugar pumpkin (or any winter squash)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
5 cups vegetable broth, kept warm on the stove top
2 green apples, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch chunks
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, then prepare the pumpkin. Hack it in half and remove the seeds and stringy bits with a spoon (Tip; clean the seeds, drizzle them with olive oil, and bake at 350 degrees fro 15 minutes for a delectable snack.) Place pumpkin face down on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Bake for about 35 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork. Remove, let cool, then peel or slice off the skin and chop into bite-size pieces.
  • While the pumpkin is baking, prepare the caramelized onions. Preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet over low heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and the 2 sliced onions, and toss to coat. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, leaving a little gap for steam to escape. Stir occasionally. Onions should turn a mellow amber color. Remove cover and turn heat up to medium. Stir often for 10 more minutes or until nice and dark.
  • Start the risotto right after beginning the onions. Have broth warming on the stove before you begin. Preheat a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Saute the onion, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in the oil for about 7 minutes, stirring often. Add the rice, and stir to coat. Add wine, apples, and 1 cup broth. Stir until most of the broth is absorbed. Repeat this step, adding 1 cup of broth at a time, stirring occasionally, until you have 1 cup left. It should take about 45 minutes. Add the pumpkin (it should be ready by this point) and the last cup of broth and stir. When most of the liquid has been absorbed, add the nutmeg and cinnamon. Also add salt and pepper, to taste, if desired. Cook for 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Let sit for 10 minutes, then serve in bowls and top with caramelized onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 6.4, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 10.7, Protein 6.3

Joel Kamande
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This risotto was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


WAKISIMA AMUZA
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this risotto changed my mind. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was creamy and smooth.


Wor Cristian
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This was the best risotto I've ever had. The flavors were incredible and the texture was perfect.


kelly moore
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It was easy to make and the results were amazing.


Onalerona Selebano
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This risotto was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the texture was perfect.


md mynul
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The flavors were amazing and the risotto was cooked perfectly.


Chaudhary Waheed
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This was a great recipe. I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions added a nice touch of sweetness.


Grevon Tyler
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This risotto was delicious! The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


dee mags1
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This was a great recipe. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Taha Ansari
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I loved this risotto! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Arfin Rahman
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This risotto was delicious! The flavors were perfect and the texture was creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Gabbreel Semmons
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The combination of flavors is amazing. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions added a nice touch of sweetness.


Faizan Sheno
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This risotto was a big hit with my family. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Sibongile Themba
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The combination of apples, pumpkin, and caramelized onions is divine.


Scorpion Slayer
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This was a great recipe! Easy to follow and the end result was amazing. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Leeann Axton
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin in savory dishes, but this risotto changed my mind. The sweetness of the apples and caramelized onions balanced out the pumpkin perfectly. It was a delicious and unexpected combination.


Bilkisu Nura
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This risotto was absolutely delicious! The flavors of the apple, pumpkin, and caramelized onions melded together perfectly. The texture was creamy and smooth, and the fresh herbs added a nice touch of freshness.


Sabbir Traders
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I tried this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.


Wilfred Kumakech
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This apple pumpkin risotto was a delightful twist on a classic dish. The caramelized onions added a lovely sweetness that balanced out the tartness of the apples and pumpkin. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the addition of fresh herbs gave