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Orzotto

🇮🇹 A dish from Italy

Orzotto, a dish from Italy
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Orzotto is an Italian dish similar to risotto, but made with pearl barley instead of rice. Orzotti are a speciality of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientspearl barley, broth, onion, white wine, butter, cheese
🔥Cooking methodslowly simmered and stirred
👅Flavour & stylecreamy, savoury, nutty grain texture
🕒When it’s eatenwarm first course or main

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Orzotto come from?
Orzotto is a dish that originated in Italy.
What is Orzotto?
Orzotto is an Italian dish similar to risotto, but made with pearl barley instead of rice. Orzotti are a speciality of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy.