Crab & pancetta risotto

Étapes9

1. 1

   Étape 1. Crisp the pancetta

   Cook the pancetta until crispy, then set it aside for the topping.

2. 2

   Étape 2. Soften the shallots

   Cook the lots of shallots in the pan until soft.

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3. 3

   Étape 3. Toast the rice

   Add the risotto rice to the shallots and stir until it is coated and lightly toasted.

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4. 4

   Étape 4. Deglaze with wine

   Pour in the white wine and stir until it is absorbed.

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5. 5

   Étape 5. Add the stock

   Add the saffron-infused chicken stock a little at a time, stirring and letting each addition absorb before adding more, until the rice is done and the risotto is nice and tight.

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6. 6

   Étape 6. Rest the risotto

   Let the risotto rest; it will keep absorbing liquid while it sits.

7. 7

   Étape 7. Stir in crab and cream

   Stir in the brown crab and the creme fraiche.

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8. 8

   Étape 8. Dress the white crab

   Dress the white crab with olive oil, fresh lemon juice and chopped chives.

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9. 9

   Étape 9. Top the risotto

   Spoon the dressed white crab over the risotto with the crispy pancetta.

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