<img style="float: left;" src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2015/sep/the-guide-logo.gif" alt="" width="150" height="36" />With healthy twists
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No Rice Risotto If you&rsquo;re a vegan or looking for a gluten-free option, indulge in a dish that substitutes rice with cauliflower and packs in a homemade creamy nut cheese made from cashews along with olive oil, garlic, shallots and mushrooms. TIME 11 am to 12 midnight AT Craft Deli.Bistro.Bar, Phoenix Marketcity, LBS Marg, Kurla (W). CALL 61802073 COST Rs 425 (all prices exclusive of taxes)
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Spelt &amp; Red Rice Risotto with Malabar Spinach Tuck into a nutritious version featuring boiled grains that are high on dietary fibre and keep cholesterol levels in check. While b&eacute;chamel sauce infuses a creamy texture, a Malabar spinach garnish adds a crunch to the dish. AVAILABLE ON Fridays, 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm AT The Pantry, Yashwant Chambers, Military Square lane, near Trishna, Kala Ghoda, Fort. CALL 22678901 COST Rs 295 
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Barley &amp; Black Quinoa Risotto Those on a calorie-count can relish chef Vicky Ratnani&rsquo;s recipe that uses superfoods like quinoa and barley as the base, which are cooked with kale and mushrooms. TIME 11.30 am to 1 am AT The Korner House, 21, Union Park Road, Khar (W). CALL 65503344 COST Rs 700
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Amaranth Leaves Risotto Add some pink to your plate (and Instagram posts) with a version that replaces Arborio with black rice or barley, cooked with amaranth leaves, which bring a nutty and sweetish flavour to the risotto. For sweet endings, try Chocolate Risotto, infusing a combination of flourless white and dark chocolate. TIME 12 noon to 1 am AT Eddies Bistro, Silver Croft Building, 16th and 33rd Road Junction, Bandra (W). CALL 26002637 COST Rs 450
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Olive Khichdi, Arugula &amp; Tandoori Prawns Those who believe that risotto is to Italy what khichdi is to India can tuck into a desi version where local starchy rice is slow-cooked in prawn stock and layered with arugula and tandoori prawns. What&rsquo;s common? The element of comfort, of course. TIME 12 noon to 1 am AT Dishkiyaoon, The Capital, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E). CALL 26521088 COST Rs 325
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King Crab Leg Tempura with Creamy Miso Risotto What happens when Japan meets Italy? You get a risotto that includes Japanese rice, saut&eacute;ed crab meat, crispy King Crab Leg Tempura, miso soup and hondashi, an ingredient made from smoked and fried dried fish known as bonito, topped with&nbsp; fan-shaped somen noodle and scallions. TIME 12 noon to 3 pm; 7 pm to 12.30 am AT Yuuka, Level 37, The St Regis, Lower Parel. CALL 61628422 COST Rs 2,550
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Beer Bacon Risotto Who said risotto could only be made with wine? Try a version that features a cheese sauce doused in a carbonated brew, that cuts through the creaminess of the dish. Topped with smoked bacon, it promises to convert risotto non-lovers into fans. TIME 12.30 pm to 1 am AT Out of the Blue, Le Sutra Hotel, 14 Union Park, Khar (W). CALL 26003000 COST Rs 455
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Masked Madrasi While purists may stay away from this version, a South Indian, spicy-tangy sambhar gravy, instead of the regular white sauce, fused in a risotto may just be what the doctor ordered during a downpour. The desi meat lovers can try Butter Chicken Risotto, with a makhani gravy. TIME 6 pm to 1.30 am AT PDT, Kamala Mills, Pandurang Budhkar Marg, Lower Parel. CALL 8082738738 COST Rs 350
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Edamame Truffle Risotto If you aren&rsquo;t a fan of the Arborio rice (used in the Italian risotto), opt for a Carnaroli (a starchier rice with longer grain) variety slow-cooked with edamame and truffle that infuses a unique umami flavour to the dish. TIME 12 noon to 1 am AT Myx, AB Nair Road, Juhu. CALL 60226700 COST Rs 475 
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Dal Khichadi Risotto Bored of the regular dal khichdi? Try it in a new-age risotto avatar that blends authentic Arborio rice with comforting Indian flavours. Or opt for the rich and creamy Butter Chicken variety. TIME 12 noon to 1.30 am AT All The Bar Stock Exchange outlets COST Rs 225
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Prawn and Saffron Risotto Tuck into an offbeat version featuring prawns, Spanish saffron and organic cherry tomatoes. AT Cafe Basilico outlets in Bandra and Colaba. COST Rs 650
<img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2016/jul/Asparagus-&amp;-Champagne-Risot.jpg" alt="" /> Asparagus &amp; Champagne Risotto Though slow-cooked the classic Italian way, the risotto is infused with champagne (instead of the usual white wine), garden fresh asparagus and artichoke in a subtle parmesan cream sauce. AT Silver Beach Caf&eacute;, Jaldarshan Building, Gandhi Gram Road, Juhu. COST Rs 530
<img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2016/jul/Courgette-risotto-with-bhav.jpg" alt="" /> Courgette Risotto with Bhavnagri Chilli Fritter The dish features Indian parboiled rice cooked with white wine, parmesan, vegetable stock and courgettes (zucchini). Served with gooey, cheese-filled, panko crusted chilli fritter, the dish is perfect for those who crave something fried with rice preparations. AT 14 Sauce Story, Aram Nagar 1, JP Road, Versova, Andheri (W). COST Rs 310
<img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2016/jul/Wasabi-Risotto.jpg" alt="" /> Three Grain Wasabi Risotto with Pumpkin Puree and Parmesan Cheese Fondue This dish takes the regular risotto to another level with a hint of wasabi, kidney beans and black beans, and cheese fondue served on the side, along with a warm Asian salad. AT Soho Tapas Bar, SVP Nagar, MHADA Road Junction, near Versova Telephone Exchange, Andheri (W). COST Rs 350 Tandoori Guchchi Risotto, Parmesan Shaving Crisps The tandoori guchchi (morels)-flavoured creamy Italian rice preparation is cooked in morel stock rather than the regular vegetable stock, infusing an ounce of extra flavour. AT Farzi Cafe, Kamala Mills, Lower Parel. COST Rs 425

Risotto, the Italian rice dish that makes for great comfort food during the monsoon, now in quirky and offbeat avatars, including Japanese and Madrasi versions at these popular Mumbai restaurants

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Risotto, the Italian rice dish that makes for great comfort food during the monsoon, now in quirky and offbeat avatars, including Japanese and Madrasi versions at these popular Mumbai restaurants

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