Venetian Pea Rice

Italian Rice and Peas Recipe 🍚🌱

Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Description:

This Italian Rice and Peas dish hails from Venice, offering a unique twist with its moist rice texture and delightful blend of flavors. Perfectly paired with assorted veggies, it’s a savory delight for any occasion.

Recipe Category:

Long Grain Rice

Keywords:

Rice, Vegetable, European, Low Protein, < 60 Mins, Stove Top

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 455.7
Fat Content: 19g
Saturated Fat Content: 11.6g
Cholesterol Content: 48.2mg
Sodium Content: 792mg
Carbohydrate Content: 53.7g
Fiber Content: 9.7g
Sugar Content: 11.4g
Protein Content: 13.3g

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups fresh peas
2/3 cup long grain rice
1 onion
1 celery stalk
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 cups boiling water (divided)
2 oz butter (plus extra for finishing)
2 crumbled stock cubes
3 oz Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Melt Butter: Begin by melting 2 oz of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté Onion and Celery: Add the chopped onion and celery to the saucepan. Cook until they become just translucent, releasing their aromatic flavors.
Add Rice: Introduce the long grain rice into the pan, stirring to coat each grain with the buttery goodness. Allow it to cook for a few minutes more, ensuring the rice absorbs the flavors.
Pour Wine and Water: Pour in the dry white wine followed by 1 cup of boiling water. Crumble in the stock cubes for an extra depth of flavor.
Boil and Add Peas: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then add the fresh peas into the pan, infusing the dish with their vibrant color and taste.
Simmer: Reduce the heat to a simmer and allow the contents of the pan to cook uncovered until most of the water has evaporated.
Add More Water: Gradually add another cup of boiling water to the pan, continuing to cook until it evaporates.
Final Water Addition: Pour in the remaining cup of boiling water, ensuring the rice cooks to perfection and absorbs all the flavorful liquids.
Cook Until Absorbed: Keep cooking until the water is almost completely absorbed by the rice, resulting in a moist and tender texture.
Finish with Cheese and Butter: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and the remaining 1 oz of butter, enriching the dish with creamy goodness.
Season to Taste: Finally, season the Italian Rice and Peas with salt and pepper according to your preference, adjusting the flavors to perfection.
Serve: Plate up this delectable dish, serving it hot and fresh to enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Tips:

For added richness, you can substitute some of the boiling water with vegetable or chicken broth.
Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for an extra burst of flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.