Making Risotto in an Instant Pot is a breeze. The texture and creaminess is not at all sacrificed with the quick cook. And this Chimayo Chile Shiitake Mushroom Risotto is a very special blend of Southwestern flavors. A beautiful compliment the nutty flavor of the Arborio Rice.
1teaspoonpure chile powdersuch as Chimayó or ancho
1bay leaf
1 1/2cupschicken stockplaced in a Pyrex measuring cup and heated in microwave
1tablespoonheavy cream
1tablespoonunsalted butter
1/4cupgrated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Set the Instant Pot to Sautee. When hot, add oil and butter. Add mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes, add the shallots and cook, stirring constantly for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the rice, chile powder and bay leaf and stir until rice is nicely coated., stirring for 1 minute. Add the warmed chicken stock.
Press the cancel button. Close the lid to the Instant Pot. Put the lid on, lock, and set the pressure release valve to 'sealed'. Press 'pressure cook on high, and set the timer for 6 minutes.When the timer beeps, release the pressure and open the pot.
Stir in the cheese, cream, and a little more butter if you'd like. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Notes
If you don't have Chimayo Chile powder, use Ancho Chile Powder