This Farro Risotto is a delicious take on the Italian classic with way less hassle. Farro is super simple to prepare. This risotto features a classic combination of mushrooms, shallots and garlic, but you could add herbs and bacon if you like to change things up.
To make this dish, start by rehydrating dried mushrooms. Cook farro according to the package directions. Meanwhile cook shallot in butter and add the minced garlic. Drain the rehydrated mushrooms and save the liquid. Chop the mushrooms and add to the skillet with the shallot and garlic and cook. Strain the cooked farro and add to the skillet with some of the mushroom soaking juices. Turn up the heat and cook until the juices evaporate. Add parsley and stir and cook. Serve the farro risotto topped with a handful of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
To make my Farro Risotto, you will need the following ingredients:
Place 1 ounce of dried mushrooms in a bowl. Pour boiling water over the mushrooms and set aside for 30 minutes for the mushrooms to rehydrate.
Add 1 cup of farro to a saucepan with boiling water. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Heat 4 teaspoons of clarified butter or ghee in a large skillet. Add 1 minced shallot and sauté for 10 minutes over medium heat.
Add 1 large clove of minced garlic and continue to cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, making sure it does not burn.
Drain the rehydrated mushrooms through a sieve set over a bowl ensuring you save the liquid in a separate bowl.
Chop the mushrooms finely and add them to the skillet with shallot and garlic. Cook while stirring for five minutes.
Drain the cooked farro through a sieve or colander. Add to the skillet and stir well.
Add 4 tablespoons of the mushroom soaking juices. Increase the heat and cook until the liquid evaporates.
Add ¾ cup of parsley and stir well. Cook for 5 more minutes.
To serve, garnish with a handful of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
This Farro Risotto is a delicious quick meal which you can cook and have on the table in under 30 minutes. Come back and leave a review if you make this delicious farro risotto!
