Fontina Risotto Cakes with Fresh Chives
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These crispy Fontina risotto cakes are a wonderful way to enjoy the classic flavours of a traditional Italian risotto in a golden, bite-sized form. This vegetarian dish features a creamy Arborio rice base enriched with melted Fontina cheese, fresh chives, and flat-leaf parsley. Coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and fried until perfectly crisp, they offer a delightful contrast between the crunchy exterior and the soft, savoury middle.
Ideal as an elegant starter for a dinner party or a comforting snack, these homemade cakes can even be prepared up to two days in advance. They are a brilliant option for using up leftover risotto or as a standout vegetarian main when served with a crisp green salad. The addition of fresh herbs ensures a bright, fragrant finish that perfectly complements the rich, nutty notes of the cheese.
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Ingredients for Fontina Risotto Cakes with Fresh Chives
725ml (about) low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
120ml finely chopped onion
190g plus 2 tablespoons arborio rice
60ml dry white wine
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
350g panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided
60g (packed) coarsely grated Fontina cheese (about 60g )
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
45ml chopped fresh chives
1 large egg yolk
2 large eggs
Canola oil (for frying)
Additional grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh chives
How to make Fontina Risotto Cakes with Fresh Chives
Bring 725ml broth to simmer in small saucepan. Reduce heat to very low; cover and keep warm. Heat olive oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice; stir 1 minute. Add wine; stir until absorbed, about 30 seconds. Add broth, 80ml at a time, and simmer until rice is just tender and risotto is creamy, allowing broth to be absorbed before adding more, and stirring often, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in 6 tablespoons Parmesan and butter. Season generously with salt and pepper. Spread risotto in 13x9x2-inch pan and cool completely.
Mix 1/2 cup panko, Fontina cheese, parsley, chopped chives, and 1 egg yolk into risotto. Shape into 1 1/4-inch balls; flatten to 2-inch rounds. Arrange on rimmed baking sheet. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
Preheat oven to 121°C. Set another rimmed baking sheet in oven. Beat 2 eggs in shallow bowl to blend. Place 150g panko in another shallow bowl. Dip risotto cakes into beaten egg, then into panko to coat. Pour enough canola oil into large skillet to coat bottom; heat oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sauté risotto cakes until crisp and brown, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to baking sheet in oven.
Serve risotto cakes sprinkled with cheese and garnished with chives.
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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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17 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente
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