Black Olive Risotto Fritters Food

BLACK RICE RISOTTO

Steps:

• Bring the broth to a simmer in a saucepan over medium-high heat; cover and keep warm.
• Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Reduce the heat to medium low. Stir in the wine until the liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes.
• Ladle in 3/4 cup hot broth and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed, 6 to 7 minutes. Repeat with the remaining broth, adding 3/4 cup at a time, until the rice is tender but somewhat chewy, about 50 minutes.
• Stir in 3/4 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste and 1/2 cup parmesan. Divide among bowls. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup parmesan and the basil.

BLACK OLIVE RISOTTO FRITTERS

Steps:

• make the risotto saute onions in butter until soft but not colored, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and saute for two minutes until coated with butter. add the stock and the milk and lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook gently, without stirring for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is very tender. Place the eggs, flour, and breadcrumbs in individual dishes for dredging. Roll the risotto into small balls. Dip each ball in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Set on a baking sheet. Heat about 3 cups of vegetable oil in a skillet for frying. When the oil reaches 350 degrees, add the risotto balls. Fry until golden and crispy on the outside and warm on the inside. Drain on a rack. Serve warm sprinkled w/ salt or lemon juice.