Caramelised Leeks Risotto (Vegan Recipe)
This creamy vegan risotto features deeply caramelised leeks, white wine, and miso for a rich, savory dish full of umami. A satisfying one-pan meal perfect for any night.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 5
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion, Italian, Western
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
For the Risotto
1 tbsp olive oil
17.5 oz leeks (about 2 large), trimmed and thinly sliced into half-moons
Pinch of salt
Water to deglaze as needed
1 tbsp vegan butter
1 shallot, finely minced (brunoise)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 cups arborio rice (uncooked)
½ cup white wine
7–8 cups vegetable stock, kept warm
1 tbsp white miso paste
To Finish
Grated vegan parmesan (optional but highly recommended)
Extra virgin olive oil
Fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
Caramelize the leeks: Heat olive oil in a wide pan. Add sliced leeks and salt. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Deglaze with a splash of water as needed to prevent burning.
Build flavor: Push leeks aside. Add vegan butter, then sauté shallot and garlic until fragrant. Stir together with leeks.
Toast the rice: Stir in arborio rice and toast for 2–3 minutes.
Deglaze: Add white wine and stir until absorbed.
Add stock: Add warm vegetable stock one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing it to absorb before adding more.
Add miso: Halfway through cooking, stir in miso paste until fully incorporated.
Finish: Continue adding stock until the rice is creamy and al dente (about 18–20 minutes total). Stir in vegan parmesan if using.
Serve: Drizzle with olive oil, top with fresh chives, and serve warm.
Notes
Keep vegetable stock hot throughout cooking for even absorption.
Stir frequently but gently to release starch without breaking the grains.
Add miso halfway through for best flavor integration.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/caramelised-leeks-risotto-vegan-recipe/
