Black Bomber, asparagus, pea & mint risotto
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- 300g risotto rice
- 250ml dry white wine
- 700ml hot vegetable stock
- 250g asparagus
- 250g fresh or frozen peas
- 100g Black Bomber plus extra for topping
- 1 bunch fresh mint (finely chopped)
- 1/2 lemon, zest and juice
METHOD
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large frying pan, add the onion and garlic, cook gently until softened but not coloured. Add the rice and stir, cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the wine allowing it to evaporate, stir.
- Add the hot stock a ladle at a time allowing it to be absorbed before adding more, while continuing to stir, it should take about 20-25 minutes to cook. The rice should be soft and creamy with a loose texture, add a little more stock or water if necessary.
- While the risotto is cooking, blanch the asparagus and peas in boiling water for 2 minutes, drain and cover.
- Stir in the Black Bomber cheese, half of the chopped mint, lemon zest and juice, and the asparagus and pea mix. Season to taste.
- Serve immediately with a sprinkle of cheese and the remaining mint.