Chinese Mushroom Risotto

Risotto is rice that has been slowly cooked to a smooth, creamy consistency, something that is quite unlike Asian steamed rice. As its name indicates, it is an Italian dish. The slow cooking ensures the rice absorbs the various flavours, seasonings and spices. Rice lends itself to different flavours, and many ingredients may be blended into the ensemble. I have experimented with a variety of ingredients and found that Chinese mushrooms, with their smoky flavour and pleasing texture, are a d