Christmas Risotto with Dried Apricots and Glazed Ham

Christmas Risotto with Dried Apricots and Glazed Ham

45min
4 servings
Medium

A recipe for a festive and flavorful risotto, combining the sweetness of dried apricots with the smokiness of glazed ham (tender), perfect for Christmas.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

  • 1quantity_not_specified de Butter
  • 1small_amount de Olive Oil
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Glazed Ham (Tender)
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Dried Apricots
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Rice (for risotto)
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Pepper
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Salt
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Orange Juice
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Broth (vegetable or chicken stock)
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Heavy Cream
  • 1quantity_not_specified de Almonds (for finishing)

Instructions

1
dourar

In a separate pot, melt the butter with a little olive oil and brown the glazed ham well.

3min

Dica: Make sure the glazed ham is nicely browned.

2
remover

Remove the glazed ham from the pot and set aside.

30s
3
tostar

In the same pot, add the chopped dried apricots and let them toast lightly, watching carefully as they can burn quickly.

2min

Dica: The dried apricots should be lightly toasted.

4
misturar

Stir in the rice and pepper, mixing vigorously.

1min
5
mexer

Season with salt and add the orange juice, stirring until the liquid evaporates, allowing the dried apricots to partially dissolve while maintaining a toasted texture.

3min

Dica: The acidity of the juice helps develop the flavor.

6
cozinhar

Add the broth gradually and cook the risotto until the rice is al dente.

15min

Dica: Add the broth little by little, as with a traditional risotto.

7
misturar

Stir in the reserved glazed ham and the heavy cream, mixing well to emulsify.

1min
8
servir

Serve the risotto immediately, finishing with chopped almonds sprinkled on top.

30s

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Allergens Present

Milk

Cuisine Type

brasileira

Required Equipment

panela

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