Roasted Turbot with Pancetta, Squid and Potato Risotto

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
A Passion for Potatoes

By Paul Gayler

Published 2010

  • About

This unusual risotto substitutes potatoes for the rice. The squid is wrapped in pancetta, which helps keep it moist and tender.

Ingredients

  • 350 g (12 oz) large new potatoes, peeled
  • 100 g (4

Method

Using a mandolin or a large knife, cut the potatoes into tiny cubes slightly larger than rice grains, placing them in cold water as you go. Cook the peas in boiling salted water, then drain, refresh under cold running water and set aside. Heat half the olive oil in a pan, add the shallots, thyme leaves and garlic and sauté over a low heat for 2-3 minutes. Drain the potatoes well and dry in a cl