Mushroom Risotto with Beef

Mushroom Risotto with Beef recipe videos

Mushroom Risotto with Beef is a rich, creamy Italian rice dish where arborio rice is slowly cooked with broth, mixed mushrooms, and tender beef, often finished with Parmesan cheese. It hails from Northern Italy, particularly the Lombardy and Piedmont regions, where rice cultivation is prominent. The dish is known for its velvety texture and deep, savory flavor profile.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is balanced but leans towards being higher in carbohydrates from the rice and moderate in protein from the beef. It provides key nutrients like B vitamins, selenium, potassium, and iron. A typical serving contains roughly 500-600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	680 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Potassium	420 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg
Zinc	4 mg
Copper	0.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, risotto is a symbol of Italian comfort food and regional pride, with specific techniques like 'mantecatura' (vigorous stirring to release starch) being essential for its signature creaminess. Nutritionally, the combination of beef and mushrooms offers a good source of complete protein and the mineral selenium, which is vital for thyroid function.