Black Bean Risotto Recipes

RISOTTO WITH BLACK BEANS & OLIVES

Steps:

• In pressure cooker, heat the oil.
• Sauté the onions and garlic until soft but not brown, about 2 minutes.
• Stir in the rice, coating thoroughly with the oil.
• Stir in 3 1/2 cups of the stock, the oregano and salt.
• Lock the lid in place and, over high heat, bring to high pressure.
• Lower the heat just enough to maintain high pressure; cook 5 minutes.
• Reduce pressure with a quick-release method.
• Remove lid, tilting it away from you to allow any excess steam to escape.
• The risotto will continue to absorb liquid at this point and should end up being slightly soupy.
• If necessary, stir in a bit more stock with the olives, black beans, coriander and pepper.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until rice is tender but chewy.
• Serve immediately in shallow soup bowls.

ITALIAN BLACK BEAN & ZUCCHINI RISOTTO

Steps:

• In large deep skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
• Add rice; stir to coat with oil.
• Stir in 4 cups water and salt; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 15 to 18 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed.
• Stir black beans, zucchini, salsa, 1 cup cheese and cilantro into rice mixture.
• Cover; cook about 8 minutes, until zucchini is tender.
• Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
• Remove from heat, cover and let stand 4 minutes, until cheese is melted.
• Serve with sour cream and green onions.

KIDNEY BEAN RISOTTO

Steps:

• Heat half the oil in a large, heavy-bottom pan. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add half the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes; then add the rice and stir for 1 minute, or until the grains are thoroughly coated with the oil.
• Add the stock and a pinch of the salt and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until all of the liquid has been absorbed.
• Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a heavy-bottom skillet. Add the red bell pepper and celery and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add the sliced mushrooms and the remaining garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes.
• Stir the rice into the skillet. Add the beans, parsley and cashews. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until hot. Transfer to a warmed serving dish, sprinkle with extra parsley and serve at once.