Spice up Fall with Curry Pumpkin Risotto & Candied Bacon

Curry Pumpkin Risotto with Candied Bacon

Today, I’m excited to share a unique twist on a classic dish that’s perfect for the fall season. My curry pumpkin risotto with candied bacon is a delicious and comforting meal that combines the warmth of curry spices with the sweet and savory flavors of pumpkin and bacon. It’s a dish that will truly surprise your taste buds!

Ingredients:

• Arborio rice (250g)
• Chicken broth (1 liter)
• Pumpkin puree (200g)
• Curry powder (1 tbsp)
• Parmesan cheese (100g)
• Bacon (150g)
• Brown sugar (50g)

Kitchen Tools:

• saucepan
• wooden spoon
• frying pan
• baking sheet

To start, cook the bacon in a frying pan until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and place it on a paper towel to drain. In the same pan, add the brown sugar and cook until it caramelizes. Toss the bacon in the caramelized sugar until coated, then transfer it to a baking sheet to set. Once cooled, break the candied bacon into small pieces for topping.

In a separate saucepan, heat the chicken broth until simmering. In another saucepan, toast the Arborio rice for a few minutes until fragrant. Slowly add the hot chicken broth to the rice, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed. Repeat this process until the rice is cooked through and creamy.

Next, stir in the pumpkin puree, curry powder, and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Cook for another few minutes until heated through and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve the curry pumpkin risotto hot, topped with the crispy candied bacon pieces. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is truly extraordinary!

Approximate total weight: 950g
Approximate number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 237g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 450 calories

One clever tip for this dish is to add a splash of coconut milk to the risotto for a creamy and tropical twist!

I hope you enjoy trying this unique curry pumpkin risotto with candied bacon recipe. Feel free to customize it with your favorite seasonal ingredients or spices. Happy cooking!