Thai-style Green Curry Risotto

 Here are the ingredients and instructions for Thai-Style Green Curry Risotto:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth, warmed
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Thai green curry paste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, green beans)
- 1 cup cooked chicken or shrimp (optional)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh Thai basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
2. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute.
3. Add curry paste; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Add Arborio rice; cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Add warmed broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed.
6. After 20-25 minutes of cooking, stir in mixed vegetables, cooked chicken or shrimp (if using), coconut milk, fish sauce (if using), and lime juice.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with Thai basil leaves.
Note: Traditional risotto is made with white wine, but this recipe omits it to give it a Thai twist. You can add wine if you prefer. Also, adjust spice levels to your taste.
 Here's a description of Thai-Style Green Curry Risotto:
"Indulge in a creamy, spicy, and aromatic fusion dish that combines the richness of Italian risotto with the bold flavors of Thai green curry. This innovative recipe brings together tender Arborio rice, coconut milk, and a blend of warming spices, with a vibrant green curry paste that adds a deep, slightly sweet, and herbaceous note. Mixed vegetables and your choice of protein (chicken or shrimp) add texture and flavor, while fresh Thai basil leaves provide a bright, refreshing finish. This dish is perfect for adventurous foodies and anyone looking to level up their risotto game with a tropical twist!"