Tomato Risotto With Meatballs
Prep Time
35 minutes
Porties
Serveert 3
Niveau
Easy
If you’re craving a hearty and comforting dish that’s full of flavor, this creamy risotto with spiced meatballs is the perfect recipe to try! Combining the rich, savory notes of perfectly seasoned meatballs with the creamy, velvety texture of risotto, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. The subtle warmth from paprika and cayenne in both the meatballs and risotto adds a gentle kick, while Parmesan cheese and butter bring everything together in a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth finish.
Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or looking to impress guests. It’s versatile too—swap out ingredients or add extra vegetables to make it your own. In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a restaurant-worthy dish ready to serve, packed with bold flavors and a cozy, homemade touch. Let’s get started!
Ingrediënten
Add a splash of milk or a tablespoon of breadcrumbs to the meat mixture to retain moisture during cooking.
Substitute water with chicken or vegetable broth for extra flavor, but adjust the salt accordingly or skip adding salt.
Stir the rice regularly and add liquid gradually, ensuring the rice absorbs the liquid evenly.
Add Parmesan cheese and butter at the end to maintain the rich, creamy flavor—cooking them can reduce their taste.
While the risotto cooks, you can fry the meatballs to save time.
For extra vegetables, mix in diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini. Sauté them with the onion for added flavor.
If you like it spicier, add chopped red chili or extra cayenne pepper with the onion.
If you’re craving a hearty and comforting dish that’s full of flavor, this creamy risotto with spiced meatballs is the perfect recipe to try! Combining the rich, savory notes of perfectly seasoned meatballs with the creamy, velvety texture of risotto, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. The subtle warmth from paprika and cayenne in both the meatballs and risotto adds a gentle kick, while Parmesan cheese and butter bring everything together in a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth finish.
Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or looking to impress guests. It’s versatile too—swap out ingredients or add extra vegetables to make it your own. In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a restaurant-worthy dish ready to serve, packed with bold flavors and a cozy, homemade touch. Let’s get started!
Stappenplan
1 Place the ground beef, salt, red bell pepper powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne powder, cumin powder, 5 g chopped parsley, and Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly. |
2 Take small portions of the mixture and form into evenly sized balls. Repeat until all the mixture is used. Set the meatballs aside. |
3 Heat the olive oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Add the chopped yellow onion, green bell pepper (optional), and 15 g of chopped parsley. Sauté for 3–4 minutes. Add the risotto rice along with the onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne powder, red bell pepper powder, and salt. Stir well and toast the rice for 1–2 minutes until slightly golden. |
4 Stir in the tomato paste and pour in 500 ml of the boiled water. Mix thoroughly. Let the risotto simmer on low heat for about 8 minutes, stirring regularly. Once most of the water is absorbed, add the peas and the remaining 350 ml water in small portions, stirring frequently. This process takes around 10 minutes. |
5 When the risotto is cooked, stir in the Parmesan cheese and unsalted butter. Cover the pan until both are melted. Mix until creamy. |
6 Heat a little olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the meatballs until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. |
7 Serve the risotto warm with the meatballs placed on top. Optionally, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. |
