Word
risotto
Phoneticsrisot·to
US/ˌɹiˈsɔˌtoʊ/
UK/ɹɪsˈɒtəʊ/
Definition
n. a creamy Italian rice dish made by slowly cooking the rice in broth and stirring it constantly. It is usually served as a main course or a first course.
n. a creamy Italian rice dish prepared by slowly cooking the rice in broth and stirring it frequently. The constant stirring allows the rice to absorb the liquid and release its starch, creating a rich, velvety texture.
Examples
“We are making a mushroom risotto for dinner tonight.”
“The chef prepared a seafood risotto using fresh clams and white wine to enhance the flavor.”
“While many varieties of rice can be used, the traditional Italian Arborio variety is preferred for its high starch content, which is essential for achieving the signature creamy consistency of a proper risotto.”
Examples
simple
“We are making a mushroom risotto for dinner tonight.”
contextual
“The chef prepared a seafood risotto using fresh clams and white wine to enhance the flavor.”
complex
“While many varieties of rice can be used, the traditional Italian Arborio variety is preferred for its high starch content, which is essential for achieving the signature creamy consistency of a proper risotto.”
Real-World Examples
“If it’s a light, golden colour, it can be used judiciously, like stock, in a risotto.” Etymology
From Italian risotto, from riso (“rice”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Scan code
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