For most home cooking, plan on 60–80 g of uncooked risotto rice per person (about 1/3–1/2 cup).

Standard portions

  • As a side or starter: 50–60 g uncooked rice per person (roughly 1/4–1/3 cup).
  • As a main course: 70–80 g uncooked rice per person (about 1/3–1/2 cup).
  • Very generous / big eaters: up to 100 g uncooked per person, especially if it is the only main dish.

Cups and grams quick guide

  • 1 person: 60–80 g ≈ 1/3–1/2 cup uncooked.
  • 2 people: 120–160 g ≈ 2/3–1 cup uncooked.
  • 4 people: 240–320 g ≈ 1 1/3–2 cups uncooked.

Quick Scoop

  • For a typical dinner where risotto is the main, use 75 g uncooked risotto rice per person.
  • If serving several courses, drop to 50–60 g per person so plates aren’t overfull.

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