Seafood Risotto

Seafood Risotto
Seafood Risotto

Enhance your risotto with a mix of seafood such as shrimp, scallops, and mussels, creating a delightful combination of flavors from the sea.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 4 cups vegetable or seafood broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

  1. In a saucepan, heat the vegetable or seafood broth over low heat and keep it warm.
  2. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  4. Add the Arborio rice to the pot and stir well to coat the rice with the butter and oil mixture. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. If using, pour in the white wine and stir until it is absorbed by the rice.
  6. Begin adding the warm broth to the pot, one ladleful at a time. Stir the rice frequently and continue to add broth as each ladleful is absorbed. Repeat this process until the rice is cooked al dente, which usually takes around 20-25 minutes.
  7. While the rice is cooking, heat a separate pan over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil. Sauté the shrimp and scallops until they are cooked through and slightly golden. Set aside.
  8. When the rice is almost done, stir in the diced tomatoes and cooked seafood, allowing them to heat through.
  9. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Let the risotto rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the Seafood Risotto with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

Enjoy the rich and flavorful Seafood Risotto, showcasing the delicious combination of shrimp, scallops, and Arborio rice cooked to perfection in a creamy broth. It’s a delightful dish that captures the essence of seafood in every bite.