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Jamie Oliver Salmon and Pea Risotto

Jamie Oliver Salmon and Pea Risotto
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Jamie Oliver’s Salmon and Pea Risotto is a creamy Arborio rice dish cooked slowly in stock, enriched with peas, herbs, lemon, and flaked salmon. It’s a comforting one-pot recipe that relies on technique rather than heavy ingredients to achieve richness.

Ingredients

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    • 300g salmon fillet (skin removed)

    • 1 cup Arborio rice

    • 1 onion, finely chopped

    • 2 garlic cloves, minced

    • 1 cup frozen peas

    • 1 litre hot vegetable or chicken stock

    • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

    • Zest of 1 lemon

    • 40g Parmesan cheese, grated

    • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped

    • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1. Cook the Salmon Gently

Season the salmon lightly and pan-fry it for 3–4 minutes per side until just cooked. Set aside to cool slightly, then flake into chunks. This prevents overcooking when added to the risotto later.

Step 2. Start the Risotto Base

Heat oil or butter in a large pan. Cook the onion gently for 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Add garlic and stir for another minute to release its aroma.

Step 3. Add the Rice and Toast Lightly

Stir in the Arborio rice until each grain is coated and slightly glossy. Toasting the rice helps it absorb flavours and develop the creamy texture risotto is known for.

Step 4. Deglaze and Build the Creaminess

Pour in the squeeze of lemon and let it reduce. Once absorbed, begin adding the hot stock one ladle at a time, stirring slowly and allowing the liquid to absorb before adding more. Continue for about 18–20 minutes.

Step 5. Add Peas

When the rice is nearly ready, stir in the peas. This adds freshness and colour, helping balance the richness of the salmon.

Step 6. Fold in the Salmon and Parmesan

Gently fold the flaked salmon into the risotto. Add Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and stir lightly. The salmon should warm through without breaking apart.

Step 7. Finish and Serve

Let the risotto rest for 2 minutes, then serve with extra herbs, Parmesan, and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/salmon-and-pea-risotto/