Risotto: meaning, definitions and examples
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risotto
[ rษชหzษtษส ]
food dish
Risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish cooked slowly in broth to achieve a rich, smooth texture. It is typically made with arborio or carnaroli rice, which are high in starch, giving the dish its characteristic creaminess without the addition of cream. Various ingredients such as vegetables, meats, and cheeses can be added to enhance flavor.
Synonyms
Italian rice, rice dish.
Examples of usage
- I made mushroom risotto for dinner.
- Risotto is often served as a main course in Italian restaurants.
- He stirred the risotto continuously for half an hour.
- She loves seafood risotto topped with fresh herbs.
Translations
Translations of the word "risotto" in other languages:
๐ต๐น risoto
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคฟเคธเฅเคเฅเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Risotto
๐ฎ๐ฉ risotto
๐บ๐ฆ ัะธะทะพััะพ
๐ต๐ฑ risotto
๐ฏ๐ต ใชใพใใ
๐ซ๐ท risotto
๐ช๐ธ risotto
๐น๐ท risotto
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฆฌ์กฐ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑูุฒูุชู
๐จ๐ฟ risotto
๐ธ๐ฐ rizoto
๐จ๐ณ ๆๅคงๅฉ่ฐๅณ็ฑณ้ฅญ
๐ธ๐ฎ rizoto
๐ฎ๐ธ risotto
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะธะทะพััะพ
๐ฌ๐ช แ แแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ rizotto
๐ฒ๐ฝ risotto
Etymology
The word 'risotto' originates from the Italian term 'riso', meaning rice. The dish has its roots in Northern Italy, where rice production has been prevalent due to the rich, fertile lands of regions such as Lombardy and Piedmont. The technique of making risotto is believed to have evolved from the Arabic method of cooking rice with broth, which was adapted by local cooks. By the late 19th century, risotto gained popularity in Italian cuisine, and regional variations began to emerge, each showcasing local ingredients. Today, risotto is celebrated worldwide, known for its versatility and ability to be infused with various flavors, making it a beloved comfort food.
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