Italian

Wild Garlic Risotto with Crispy Tofu

40minMediumVeggieNut-free

A vibrant, creamy spring risotto infused with fresh wild garlic pesto and topped with golden, pan-seared tofu cubes for a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Vegetables & Fruits

  • 100gwild garlic
  • 2shallots

Meat, Fish & Vegi

  • 200gtofu (firm)

Dairy & Eggs

  • 80gparmesan cheese
  • 40gbutter

Pasta, Rice & Co

  • 300grisotto rice

Extras

  • 1lvegetable broth (celery-free)
  • 30gpine nuts
  • 100mldry white wine

Instructions

  1. 1

    Press the tofu dry, cut into 1cm cubes, and pan-fry in a little oil until golden brown. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Finely dice the shallots and sauté in a large pan with a splash of oil until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add the risotto rice to the pan and toast for 2 minutes until the edges are transparent.

  4. 4

    Deglaze with white wine and stir until fully absorbed.

  5. 5

    Gradually add the warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the rice is creamy yet al dente, about 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    While the rice cooks, blend the wild garlic, pine nuts, a splash of oil, and 30g of parmesan into a smooth pesto.

  7. 7

    Remove the risotto from heat, stir in the butter, remaining parmesan, and the wild garlic pesto.

  8. 8

    Divide into bowls and top with the crispy tofu cubes before serving.

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