Hearty Perilla Seed Risotto with Chamdream Rice
Savory and Creamy Perilla Seed Risotto Made with Chamdream Rice
Embrace the autumn season with this comforting perilla seed risotto, perfectly complemented by the soft texture of Chamdream rice from Gyeonggi Province. Its nutty and mild flavor profile makes it a delightful and wholesome meal. Enjoy the rich, earthy notes of perilla seeds and the delightful chewiness of the rice.
Risotto Ingredients- 150g Chamdream rice (from Gyeonggi Province)
- 3 Tbsp green onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- 100g ground meat (pork or beef)
- 2 button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 12g Korean green chili pepper, minced
- 2 dried Vietnamese chili peppers (optional, for extra heat)
Perilla Sauce- 250ml water
- 0.5 Tbsp chicken or beef stock
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder
- 150ml heavy cream
- 50ml milk
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- Pinch of black pepper
Garnish- A small amount of perilla leaves, thinly sliced
- A small amount of carrot, thinly julienned
- 250ml water
- 0.5 Tbsp chicken or beef stock
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder
- 150ml heavy cream
- 50ml milk
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- Pinch of black pepper
Garnish- A small amount of perilla leaves, thinly sliced
- A small amount of carrot, thinly julienned
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the Chamdream rice thoroughly and cook it as you normally would. This special rice will provide a wonderfully chewy and soft texture to your risotto.
Step 2
In a separate pot, bring 250ml of water to a boil. Once boiling, dissolve 0.5 Tbsp of chicken stock or beef stock into the water. This stock will add a foundational depth of flavor to your risotto.
Step 3
As soon as the stock water comes back to a boil, turn off the heat. Avoid boiling it for too long, as the stock can become too concentrated or salty.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the vegetables for the risotto. Finely chop the green onions into approximately 0.5cm pieces.
Step 5
Peel and thinly slice the onion. The natural sweetness of the onion will beautifully complement the other flavors in the risotto.
Step 6
Trim the stems from the button mushrooms and slice them into thin rounds (about 0.5cm thick).
Step 7
Finely mince the Korean green chili pepper for a touch of heat. If you prefer less spice, feel free to reduce the amount or omit it entirely.
Step 8
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly, about 0.2cm thick. The subtle garlic aroma will enhance the overall taste.
Step 9
Heat 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over low heat. Add the chopped green onions and sauté them slowly until they become golden brown and fragrant. This process extracts a delicious green onion oil, which is key for flavor.
Step 10
Once the green onions are fragrant and lightly browned, add the ground meat to the pan. Continue to cook over low heat, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Cook until the meat is about 80% done, ensuring any raw meat smell is cooked out.
Step 11
When the ground meat is mostly cooked, add the sliced onions, mushrooms, minced green chili pepper, and sliced garlic to the pan. Sauté everything together until the vegetables soften and become tender.
Step 12
Once the vegetables are well-sautéed, add the cooked Chamdream rice to the pan. Stir and break up the rice grains with your spatula, mixing them thoroughly with the meat and vegetables. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes to coat the rice grains with the flavorful oils.
Step 13
Pour in the prepared stock (water + stock) and stir to combine. Now, add the 2 Tbsp of perilla seed powder, 150ml of heavy cream, and 50ml of milk. Stir continuously as it simmers and thickens into a creamy sauce. Season with 1 tsp of salt and a pinch of black pepper to taste. The combination of perilla and cream is incredibly delicious!
Step 14
The risotto is ready when it has thickened and starts to hold its shape on the spoon – meaning when you draw a line with your spatula, the edges take a moment to flow back together. Immediately transfer it to serving plates. Be careful not to overcook, or the rice will become mushy.
Step 15
Finally, garnish the risotto with thinly sliced perilla leaves and julienned carrots. Your beautiful and delicious Chamdream Perilla Seed Risotto is now complete! Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting autumn dish.
