Best 4 Tuna Risotto From The Pantry Recipes

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Tuna risotto is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is made with pantry staples such as canned tuna, rice, and vegetables. The creamy texture of the risotto pairs perfectly with the flaky tuna, and the vegetables add a pop of color and flavor. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover tuna, making it a budget-friendly option.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA RISOTTO



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Tuna risotto is a quick and delicious main dish seafood recipe that is a wonderful twist on the traditional Italian rice dish.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups arborio rice, or long-grain white rice
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cups shredded fresh spinach
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 (12-ounce) can solid white tuna, drained
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet and add rice and garlic. Cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes until rice is coated with oil and starts to turn a bit golden in spots.
  • Add wine, pepper, and 1 cup chicken broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook mixture for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Add about 1/2 cup of the remaining broth, stirring the rice until liquid is absorbed.
  • Continue until the rice is tender, and the risotto is the consistency you want.
  • Add lemon juice, spinach, lemon peel, and tuna. Cook and stir gently until spinach is wilted.
  • Stir in butter until melted along with 1/2 cup cheese. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1066 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 4-6 portions (4-6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TUNA RISOTTO FROM THE PANTRY



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It's amazing how close you can get to the flavor of a Venetian seafood risotto using ingredients in your pantry.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 5-ounce cans, water-packed light (not albacore) tuna
7 cups chicken or vegetable stock
2 to 4 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup minced onion
2 to 3 anchovy fillets, soaked for 15 minutes in water to cover, rinsed and finely chopped (optional)
1 (14-ounce) can tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
Generous pinch of saffron
1 cup thawed frozen peas

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna over a bowl. Stir the tuna water into the chicken or vegetable stock. Taste and add more salt as needed for a well-seasoned stock. Break up the tuna in a bowl, and add to it 1 of the garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and the parsley. Set aside.
  • Bring the stock to a simmer in a saucepan and turn the heat to low.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil over medium heat in a large nonstick frying pan or wide saucepan and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes, and add the remaining garlic. Cook, stirring, for about a minute, until the garlic is fragrant, and stir in the anchovies and tomatoes. Cook, stirring, until the tomatoes have cooked down and the mixture is fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add the rice and cook, stirring, until the grains of rice are separate and well coated with the tomato mixture, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the wine and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. The wine should bubble, but not too quickly. You want some of the flavor to cook into the rice before it evaporates. When the wine has just about evaporated, rub the saffron between your fingertips and stir in, along with a ladleful or two of the simmering stock, enough to just cover the rice. The stock should bubble slowly. Cook, stirring often and vigorously, until it is just about absorbed. Add another ladleful of the stock and continue to cook in this fashion, not too fast and not too slowly, adding more stock when the rice is almost dry, for 20 to 25 minutes. Taste a bit of the rice. It should taste chewy but not hard in the middle. Definitely not soft like steamed rice. If it is still hard in the middle, you need to keep adding stock and cook for another 5 minutes or so. Taste and adjust salt.
  • When the rice is cooked al dente, stir in the tuna mixture and peas and add another ladleful or two of stock and several twists of the peppermill. Stir for a couple of minutes, taste and adjust seasonings. The mixture should be creamy. Add a little more stock if it is not. Spoon onto plates or wide soup bowls and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 463, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1181 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

BAKED RISOTTO WITH TUNA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped, optional
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup arborio rice
1 1/2 cups chicken stock or water
1 (14-ounce) can crushed Roma or Plum tomatoes
1 (6.4-ounce) can packed tuna in spring water, drained (recommended: Sirena)
3 zucchinis, thinly sliced
Freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Parmesan, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F. Place a large (about 12-cup) ovenproof dish over medium heat, about 1 minute. Add in the olive oil, the onion, garlic and sea salt. Saute until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the rice to the dish and stir for another minute or until the rice is lightly coated in oil and light gold in color.
  • Add the stock and the tomatoes to the dish. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in the tuna, zucchini, and season with the black pepper, to taste. Cover the dish, with a lid or aluminum foil, and bake until the rice is tender and cooked through, about 30 minutes. Scatter the parsley over the top of the risotto and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired, before serving.

BAKED TUNA RISOTTO



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Easy oven-cooked risotto that serves 4

Provided by alirich8

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 brown onion
1 red pepper
1 clove of garlic
1 red onion
600ml chicken stock
300g arborio rice
400g tin chopped tomatoes
Approx. 200g drained tinned tuna (2 tins)
A couple of handfuls of rocket and/or spinach (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Add olive oil, chopped onions, red pepper and garlic to an oven-proof pan and fry gently for 5 minutes to soften, stirring often.
  • Add the rice and fry gently for 1 minute, then stir in the stock and tinned tomatoes.
  • Stir in the tuna and season with salt and black pepper. Cover the pan.
  • Put in a preheated oven at 200 degrees C, 180 degrees fan, gas mark 6, for 20 minutes. Stir and add a little more liquid if necessary and cook for a further 10 minutes. Serve with the rocket and spinach if required.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Choose arborio rice, a short-grain variety that absorbs liquid well and becomes creamy when cooked.
  • Toast the rice in olive oil before adding the liquid. This helps to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Add the liquid gradually, stirring constantly. This will help the rice to cook evenly and prevent it from becoming sticky.
  • Use a variety of liquids to add flavor to the risotto. Chicken broth, vegetable broth, white wine, and even fruit juices can be used.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese at the end of cooking for a rich, creamy flavor.
  • Serve the risotto immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Tuna risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with pantry staples. It's a great way to use up leftover tuna, and it's also a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. With its creamy texture and rich flavor, tuna risotto is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna risotto a try. You won't be disappointed!

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