WebItalian Substitutes. For a successful risotto, any substituted grain must possess the same basic qualities of Arborio rice. It must be high enough in amylose to …
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Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter, return to a boil, and then add 1 cup of Arborio rice. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until liquid is fully absorbed and rice is al dente, about 20 minutes.
And while most recipes still call for Arborio rice, home cooks can liven up both traditional and modern risotto recipes with a variety of Arborio rice substitutes. Rice is organized into three groups: long-, medium-, and short-grain, based on its length-to-width ratio when cooked. Short-grain rice plumps to an almost spherical shape.
All Carbs. A 1/4-cup uncooked serving contains 38 grams of carbs, 4 grams of protein; and 0.5 grams of fat. Its carb content is very similar to long-grain white rice, which has 37 grams of carbs in a 1/4-cup serving. Arborio rice is a better source of fiber, however, with 2 grams per serving compared with 0.6 grams in long-grain rice.
Brown Arborio rice, which contains the bran and fiber, is more nutritious than white Arborio, but less starchy, so it will produce a less creamy risotto. Try cooking Arborio rice in vegetable or chicken stock to add vitamins and minerals to your meal. What Can You Substitute for Arborio Rice?