Smoked Scotch-Infused Mushroom Risotto

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

Creamy risotto enriched with smoked Scotch whisky and earthy mushrooms for a luxurious, smoky-savored rice dish. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Arborio rice, olive oil, shallots, finely chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 5 cups vegetable broth, warmed
• 1/4 cup smoked Scotch whisky
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 finely chopped shallots and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms, cooking for 5 minutes until mushrooms have released moisture and browned.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes until rice edges look translucent.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook, stirring frequently, until mostly absorbed.
4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup smoked Scotch whisky and stir until absorbed, allowing the smoke flavor to infuse the rice.
5. Step 5: Begin adding 5 cups warmed vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously and waiting until the liquid is nearly absorbed before adding more. Continue for about 20 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.