Salmon risotto with poppy seeds
Salmon risotto is a classic, but we propose the interesting variant given by the presence of poppy seeds as a topping, that confer a special flavor and aroma to the dish.

Salmon risotto is a classic, but we propose the interesting variant given by the presence of poppy seeds as a topping, that confer a special flavor and aroma to the dish.

Peel and thinly chop the shallots; chop 3,5 ounces of smoked salmon and cut the remaining salmon into strips; chop the parsley. In a casserole pot let melt half of the butter and toast in it the chopped shallots until they start to get brown.
Add the rice, let it toast for a few moments and, when it's hot, wet it with a drizzle of Martini dry or a fruity gin or wine, and let it evaporate on high heat. Add two ladles of broth and lower the heat to complete the cooking; if needed, gradually add more pre-heated broth during the cooking.
When the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat, mix the rice with the remaining butter, and add the chopped salmon and the parsley; season with salt and mix. Distribute the rice on the plates, and complete them decorating with the salmon strips, some crème fraîche, then season with pepper and poppy seeds.