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Vegan Caramelised Onion Risotto

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A rich and creamy vegan risotto featuring sweet caramelised onions and a flavorful, dairy-free sauce.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 3 medium white onions (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 l vegetable stock (or vegan bouillon)
  • 30 g vegan butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (peeled and crushed)
  • 220 g risotto rice (arborio)
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 70 ml soy milk
  • 1 tbsp tapioca starch
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Seasoning

  • flaky salt and crushed black pepper

Garnish

  • small bunch chives
  • 1 tsp vegan parmesan (for topping)

Instructions 

  • Caramelise sliced onions in a pan with vegan butter and olive oil until golden and sweet.
  • Fry finely chopped onion and garlic in a separate pan until soft, then add risotto rice and cook briefly.
  • Gradually add hot vegetable stock, stirring until absorbed before adding more, until rice is al dente.
  • Mix soy milk, tapioca starch, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice in a jar, then stir into the risotto to make it creamy.
  • Stir in caramelised onions, season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, then serve topped with chives and vegan parmesan.

Notes

Use a good quality vegan parmesan for best flavor.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: vegan
Keyword: Risotto