Dive into the Creamy Delight of Coconut Curry Risotto!

Dive into the Creamy Delight of Coconut Curry Risotto!

May 30, 2025 Written by Ella

Today’s Fusion Dish: Coconut Curry Risotto

Hey there, foodies! I’m excited to share a unique recipe with you all today. I was feeling adventurous in the kitchen and decided to combine two of my favorite dishes — coconut curry and risotto. The result is a creamy, flavorful fusion dish that will surely impress your taste buds.

To make this Coconut Curry Risotto, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 200g Arborio rice
  • 400ml coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 liter vegetable broth
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • To taste

To prepare this dish, you will need the following kitchen tools:

  • saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • chef’s knife
  • cutting board
  • grater

Start by heating a saucepan over medium heat and sautéing the diced onion and minced garlic until they’re soft and fragrant. Add the curry powder and toast it for a minute to release its flavors. Then, pour in the Arborio rice and stir to coat the grains in the curry mixture.

Next, gradually add the vegetable broth to the saucepan, stirring the risotto frequently. As the rice cooks, slowly incorporate the coconut milk to create a creamy consistency. This process will take about 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked through and the risotto is thick and creamy.

In a separate pan, sauté the diced bell peppers until they’re slightly softened. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Once the risotto is ready, fold in the cooked shrimp and bell peppers. Serve the Coconut Curry Risotto in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice for a burst of freshness.

This dish weighs approximately 1600g in total and serves 4 people. Each serving of this Coconut Curry Risotto is around 400g and is estimated to be 450 calories.

A unique tip for this recipe is to add a handful of toasted coconut flakes on top of the risotto for an extra crunch and nutty flavor.

I hope you give this Coconut Curry Risotto a try and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors. Feel free to experiment with different proteins and vegetables to make this dish your own. Happy cooking!

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