Poblano Corn Risotto Recipe

This Poblano Corn Risotto recipe dials up the comfort with some mild poblano heat and slight sweetness from the corn. It’s perfect for adding a side dish twist to any holiday or fall time gathering.

PREP TIME

15 mins

COOK TIME

30 mins

SERVINGS

6-8

Ingredients

  • 2 poblano peppers, roasted
  • Olive oil
  • 2 ears of corn
  • 6-8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 head garlic, minced
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 Tbsp dried oregano
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Cotija cheese, for garnish

Poblano Corn Risotto in a serving dish with serving spoon

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:
Poblano Corn Risotto

  1. Set oven to high broil. Lightly coat outside of poblano with oil then set on foil-lined tray. Broil for 4-6 minutes per side, or until completely charred. Remove from oven and use foil to loosely tent. Let rest for at least 5 minutes. Remove skin. Then remove seeds and dice.
  2. Cut kernels from corn cobs and set aside.
  3. In a medium pot, add cobs and 6 cups of broth and heat over medium-low heat. Do not bring to simmer; just keep warm.
  4. In a large pan, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add rice, corn kernels, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Add wine, bring to a heavy simmer, then reduce by half.
  5. Working 1/2 cup at a time, add broth to pan and stir continuously until most of broth is absorbed. Keep adding broth until rice is tender and has a creamy consistency. It should not be clumpy.
  6. Once rice is proper consistency, remove from heat and stir in Monterey Jack cheese. Transfer to serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley and Cotija. Serve immediately.

PAIRINGS:
Poblano Corn Risotto

Sauvignon Blanc

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