Best 7 Sweet Corn Brown Rice Risotto Recipes

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Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our delectable Sweet Corn and Brown Rice Risotto. This vegetarian dish combines the vibrant flavors of sweet corn, the nutty aroma of brown rice, and a medley of savory ingredients. Embark on a sensory adventure as you indulge in three variations of this risotto: the classic Sweet Corn and Brown Rice Risotto, a tantalizing Roasted Red Pepper and Corn Risotto, and a burst of freshness with the Arugula and Corn Risotto. Each recipe offers a unique twist, catering to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors and textures in every bite.

**Classic Sweet Corn and Brown Rice Risotto:**
Experience the timeless elegance of this classic risotto. Plump kernels of corn dance harmoniously with tender brown rice, enveloped in a creamy broth infused with Parmesan cheese. This comforting dish is a testament to the power of simplicity, showcasing the natural sweetness of corn and the earthy notes of brown rice.

**Roasted Red Pepper and Corn Risotto:**
Indulge in a vibrant twist on the classic risotto. Roasted red peppers add a smoky depth and a vibrant pop of color to this delectable dish. The smoky sweetness of the peppers complements the corn's natural sugars, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Prepare to be tantalized by the interplay of sweet, smoky, and savory elements in every bite.

**Arugula and Corn Risotto:**
Embrace the freshness and vitality of arugula in this vibrant risotto variation. Tender arugula leaves lend a peppery bite that cuts through the richness of the risotto, creating a delightful contrast of flavors. With every forkful, you'll experience a burst of freshness that invigorates the palate and leaves you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN RISOTTO WITH SWEET CORN AND COTIJA CHEESE



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This easy brown rice risotto has a Mexican twist with red bell and jalapeño peppers, sweet fresh corn, and cotija cheese melted into every bite. Delicious as a side or as a main course!

Provided by Elizabeth Lindemann

Categories     Risotto

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup brown rice
3-4 cups chicken stock/broth (or vegetable broth)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 small or 1/2 large red bell pepper (diced)
1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and diced (leave seeds in for extra spicy risotto))
kosher salt (to taste)
black pepper (to taste)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (depending on how spicy you want it)
2 ears fresh sweet corn (kernels removed (or 2 cups frozen corn))
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, plus more for garnish)
1 cup cotija cheese (crumbled, plus more for garnish)

Steps:

  • Simmer chicken stock on low to warm up in a small pot on the stovetop.
  • In a large pot or dutch oven, sauté the onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper in the olive oil over medium-high heat until browned and softened (about 5 minutes).
  • Add the rice, salt and pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir to coat.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the stock, stir, and allow all of the liquid to be absorbed.
  • Once the liquid is absorbed, add 1/2 cup more of the stock. Keep repeating this process until the rice is almost cooked through (You'll need to taste-test this a lot. Tough life, I know).
  • When the rice is almost cooked, add the sweet corn kernels and continue as you were with adding the stock gradually.
  • When the rice is completely cooked, turn off the heat and stir in the cilantro and cheese until completely melted.
  • Serve with extra cilantro and cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 1069 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET CORN RISOTTO



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This sweet corn risotto truly tastes like summer. Light and creamy, it is perfect for al fresco dining and will have everyone excited about fresh corn season!

Provided by Olivia Mesquita

Categories     Summer Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ears of corn (shucked)
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (divided)
1/3 cup heavy cream
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 shallots (minced)
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
Salt and freshly ground white pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano) (plus more for serving)
Fresh basil (for garnishing)

Steps:

  • Cut the corn kernels off the cobs (see notes). In a heavy-bottomed high-sided skillet, over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the corn kernels and sauté until tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and transfer 1/3 of the cooked corn to the jar of a blender. Reserve the remaining corn in a bowl.
  • Pour the heavy cream in the blender with the corn. Blend until smooth. Reserve.
  • In a medium sauce pan, heat the broth over medium high heat, until simmering. Lower the heat to the lowest setting to keep the broth warm while you cook the risotto.
  • Place the skillet back on the stove, over medium heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced shallots and sauté until softened, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the arborio rice and stir to coat in the fat. Cook for about a minute, or until the rice is toasty and releasing a nutty aroma but not browned. Season with a pinch of salt and white pepper. Pour in the white wine and cook until fully absorbed, about 1 minute.
  • Add a ladleful of broth to the rice, stirring occasionally so the rice doesn't stick to the pan, but not too often or it will cool and not cook evenly. Once the liquid is absorbed, add the next ladleful, repeating this process until the rice is cooked through but al dente, about 17-20 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat. Add the remaining butter and parmesan cheese, stirring vigorously to melt the butter and emulsify it into the risotto.
  • Gently stir in the reserved creamed corn and corn kernels. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 713 kcal, Carbohydrate 77 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Sodium 1653 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 15 g

SWEET CORN-BROWN RICE RISOTTO



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Sweet, crunchy kernels of cornare a good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, which also aids digestion, and they're higher in antioxidants than fellow grains like oats, wheat, and rice. In this recipe, hearty short-grain brown rice is cooked risotto-style with fresh corn, resulting in a creamy, satiating main that will please vegetarians and omnivores alike.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups Vegetable Corn Stock
2 cups water
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup short-grain brown rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 2 cobs)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring vegetable stock and 2 cups water to a simmer over medium heat. Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium pot over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, until toasted, 1 minute.
  • Stir in wine and cook until evaporated, about 2 minutes. Add 2 cups stock mixture and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Continue to add more stock mixture 1/2 cup at a time, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and creamy, 35 to 40 minutes. Add corn and cook until tender, about 5 minutes, adding more stock mixture as needed to maintain a loose and creamy consistency.
  • Stir in Parmigiano and basil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon into bowls and garnish with more basil before serving.

CORN RISOTTO



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This creamy, pale yellow risotto is studded with chewy fresh corn kernels, making for a nice mix of textures. Making your own corn stock deepens the flavor of this dish, but if you don't have the time, chicken stock will work. The dish is also pleasingly light, for risotto - finishing the dish by folding in airy whipped cream adds richness without also adding heft. Add the cream quickly and carefully right before serving. If it sits in the hot risotto it will melt - which wouldn't be the end of the world, of course, since you'll still have a wonderfully creamy risotto.

Provided by Emily Weinstein

Categories     dinner, lunch, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 cups corn stock (see recipe below) or chicken stock
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 leek, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups raw corn kernels (from about 2 ears corn)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons minced chives (optional)
2 corn cobs (kernels removed and reserved for risotto)
1 onion, cut into quarters
1 carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 celery rib, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
Dark green leaves from 1 leek (reserve white and light green parts for risotto)
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Steps:

  • Bring the corn stock or chicken stock to a simmer in a saucepan and keep it simmering as you prepare the risotto.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a wide, high-sided sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add leek and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add rice and cook, stirring, until grains look slightly translucent.
  • Pour in wine and cook, stirring, until it has all been absorbed, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add a ladleful of hot corn stock to the rice mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until rice has absorbed all of the stock. Continue cooking, adding ladlefuls of stock whenever rice mixture looks dry and stirring continuously. When half the stock has been added, stir in corn. Continue cooking until all of the stock is incorporated, corn is tender and rice is creamy and tender, about 30 to 40 minutes total.
  • Remove risotto from heat and stir in Parmesan and remaining tablespoon of butter. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat cream at high speed until it holds stiff peaks. Uncover risotto, stir vigorously and season to taste with salt and pepper. Immediately before serving, stir in the chives, if using, then gently fold in cream.
  • Combine all ingredients with 6 cups water in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat so liquid is simmering; cover pot and let simmer for 30 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Add enough water to bring liquid up to 6 cups.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 698, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 87 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 1572 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

THYME ROASTED SEA SCALLOPS, SWEET CORN RISOTTO, WITH PARSLEY TRUFFLE EMULSION



Thyme Roasted Sea Scallops, Sweet Corn Risotto, with Parsley Truffle Emulsion image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 shallots, peeled and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs thyme
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
2 cups dry white wine
4 cups heated corn stock, see cook's note (sodium free chicken broth and be substituted)
2 ears corn, kernels removed and cream pressed from the cob
Kosher salt and ground white pepper
1/4 ounce butter
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 bunch parsley stems, removed and chopped
1/2 ounce butter
1 cup vegetable stock
1 small black truffle washed and chopped
Kosher salt and ground white pepper
12 fresh sea scallops, patted dry and foot removed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 sprigs thyme
1/4 ounce butter
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Risotto: Preheat a wide saucepan then add the olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Add the shallots, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme, and cook until translucent.
  • Add the arborio rice and stir frequently to coat with the oil. Deglaze with the white wine and keep stirring, you will need to stir throughout this whole recipe.
  • When the rice has absorbed the wine, add the hot corn stock in three equal amounts and keep the rice at a constant boil while stirring. After the addition of the third equal amount add the corn and cream, when the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked, adjust seasonings with salt and pepper, then fold in the parmesan and butter, and remove from heat.
  • Sauce: Place the vegetable stock and the parsley in a bar blender and puree until smooth and bright green, then strain through a fine mesh strainer. Combine the liquid and the truffles in a small saucepot and bring almost to a boil. Whisk the butter and adjust with salt and pepper, then set aside.
  • Scallops: Preheat a skillet and cover with olive oil, add the seasoned scallops to the pan and saute on both sides for about 5 minutes, while cooking the scallops, add the butter and thyme to the skillet, and baste the scallop while cooking.
  • Place equal amounts of risotto in the center of 4 plates and top each with 3 scallops. Lightly cover the scallops with the parsley sauce.

BROWN RICE AND VEGETABLE RISOTTO



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While the nature of brown rice means that this dish will take longer to cook than standard risotto, it is well worth the wait. Feel free to adapt the recipe according to whatever seasonal produce is available to you.

Provided by Carla

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 quart vegetable broth, or as needed
5 cups water, or as needed
½ pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups short-grain brown rice
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 zucchini, diced
½ cup green peas, thawed if frozen
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable broth and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Add asparagus, reduce heat to low, and simmer until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to a bowl of ice water; let chill for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, cover saucepan and keep broth mixture at a near-simmer on low heat.
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring gently, until toasted and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour 1 cup of the hot broth mixture into the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until liquid is almost absorbed. Adjust heat if necessary to maintain a simmer. Repeat, using 1/2 cup liquid at a time, until rice is just beginning to become tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in diced carrots. Continue adding broth and stirring rice mixture until carrots are just tender, about 20 minutes more. Mix in zucchini; if broth mixture gets low, add hot water as needed. Cook and stir, adding broth, until rice is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix in drained asparagus and peas and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes, Add Parmesan and butter, stirring until butter melts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour in an additional 1/2 cup hot broth to the finished risotto for a softer consistency, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 500.3 mg, Sugar 7 g

SWEET CORN RISOTTO



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This recipe is best using sweet corn picked fresh from the garden or from your local farmer's market. In the winter months you can make this dish with canned corn and it is still very good. Adapted from The New Vegetarian Epicure.

Provided by averybird

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ears fresh-picked sweet corn or 2 1/2 cups canned corn
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon butter
1 pinch salt
6 -8 cups delicate vegetable broth (or chicken broth may be substituted)
2 cups arborio rice
3/4 cup dry white wine
2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
parmesan cheese
chopped parsley

Steps:

  • (NOTE: If using canned corn, skip this step.) Husk and wash corn and peel away all the silk, then slice the kernels off the cobs with a sharp knife. You should have about 2 1/2 cups corn kernels.
  • Spin about a cup of the kernels in a food processor or blender until they are roughly chopped and milky. Scrape out the chopped corn and remix with the remaining whole kernels.
  • In a large soup pot, saute the onion in the olive oil and butter with a pinch of salt until it is translucent and tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan heat the vegetable broth and regulate the flame to keep it just below a simmer.
  • When onions are soft, add the Arborio rice to the soup pot and stir it gently with a wooden spoon for two minutes. Next add the wine and stir until it is absorbed.
  • Add a soup ladle of the heated broth and all the corn kernels to the rice and stir, keep it just at a simmer. Keep stirring until the broth is nearly all absorbed into the rice, then add another ladle.
  • Continue with this process for 25 more minutes (TIP: Set timer now)-- adding a little broth at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon fairly frequently, for around 25 minutes or until the rice is al dente. It should form a creamy sauce around grains that are no longer crunchy but still firm.
  • When the rice is just achieving this perfect balance of tender-firmness, stir in the last ladle of broth, the Parmesan cheese, and 2 Tbsp of chopped parsley.
  • It is ready to serve!

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh sweet corn. If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen or canned corn, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • To make the risotto creamy, use a good quality arborio rice. Arborio rice is a short-grain rice that absorbs a lot of liquid and becomes creamy when cooked.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Arborio rice should be cooked until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. If you overcook the rice, it will become mushy.
  • Add the vegetables and herbs gradually. This will help to prevent them from overcooking.
  • Season the risotto to taste. Risotto should be flavorful, but not too salty. Start with a small amount of salt and pepper and add more to taste.

Conclusion:

Sweet corn brown rice risotto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover corn. The risotto is creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables and herbs add a nice touch of color and flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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