Super Speedy Pressure Cooker Risotto

Learn how to unlock the mighty power of a pressure cooker and you’ll fast track to fuss-free, super easy and incredibly delicious meals.

Marie from Tefal Australia shares this incredible recipe for using a pressure cooker to make risotto in seven minutes. Yes, we said seven.

It’s creamy, tasty and destined to become a weeknight family favourite.

Equipment

• Tefal Clipso Minut Perfect Pressure Cooker 9L
• Digital scale
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Wooden spoon

Ingredients

• 60ml olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 
• 1 brown onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups risotto rice
• 250ml dry white wine (optional)
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 200g mushrooms thinly sliced
• 2 cups chopped pumpkin
• 100g fresh parsley
• 200g grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Lightly sauté the garlic and onion in olive oil until onion becomes soft.
2. Add rice and mix with onion until coated in oil. Add wine if using. Cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add stock, mushrooms and pumpkin. Stir. Bring to simmer point and close lid.
4. Cook on high pressure for 7 minutes. Use the quick-release method to open immediately. Stir and add half the cheese and parsley.
5. Serve sprinkled with remaining cheese.

Note

• You can substitute or add favourite foods like chicken, asparagus, prawns, vegetables, cheeses etc.