Follow these steps for perfect results
Risotto (pre-packaged, saffron)
uncooked
Mixed Seafood (frozen)
thawed
Sole Fillet
cut into pieces
Olive Oil
Cherry Tomato
halved
Lemon Rind
sliced
Shallots
minced
Garlic
minced
Lemongrass
finely diced
Oyster Sauce
Sugar
Chicken Stock Bullion
Dice lemongrass, slice shallots and garlic, and pound in a mortar until very fine.
Add oyster sauce, chicken stock bullion, and sugar to the pounded mixture and mix well to create the lemongrass sauce.
Scoop 1 tablespoon of the lemongrass sauce to marinate the sole fillet for about 15 minutes.
Heat a saucepan with olive oil and add the remaining lemongrass sauce mixture.
Sauté the sauce until fragrant and then turn off the heat; set aside.
Prepare the Ponto Saffron Risotto according to the instructions on the box.
Cut the sole fillet into 1 inch by 2 inches and 2 cm thick pieces.
Brush a small amount of butter on a frying pan.
Brown each side of the sole fillet for about 3 minutes per side; set aside on a plate.
Heat olive oil in a pan and add the lemongrass sauce.
Add the mixed seafood to the pan and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
Add the cooked risotto to the seafood and mix well.
Gently fold in the cooked sole fillet.
Transfer the risotto to a serving plate and decorate with cherry tomato and lemon rind.
Serve with a bowl of mint leaves and egg soup and freshly baked baguettes.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust oyster sauce to taste.
Use fresh seafood for best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Risotto can be made ahead, but seafood should be cooked fresh.
Arrange risotto artfully on a plate, garnish with cherry tomatoes, lemon rind, and fresh herbs.
Serve with a side salad.
Accompany with a light broth-based soup.
Complements the seafood and saffron.
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A fusion dish blending Italian and Asian culinary traditions.
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