seafood risotto
This creamy and flavorful seafood risotto is a classic Italian dish that highlights fresh seafood and rich flavors. Perfect for a special occasion or a comforting dinner at home, it's sure to impress.
Equipment
- 1 large saucepan
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 ladle
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 chopping board
- 1 knife
- 1 serving dish
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup mussels, cleaned Ensure mussels are fresh and discard any that do not open during cooking.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Feel free to increase for a richer risotto.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the seafood stock in a saucepan over low heat and keep it warm throughout the cooking process.
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Arborio rice to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the rice is lightly toasted and coated in oil.
- Pour in the white wine and cook until it's mostly absorbed by the rice, stirring frequently.
- Begin adding the warm seafood stock, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously. Allow each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. This process should take about 15-20 minutes.
- When the rice is al dente, add the shrimp and mussels. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and the mussels have opened.
- Mix in the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until combined and the cheese is melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let the risotto sit for a minute before serving. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
You can substitute ingredients based on availability, such as using different types of seafood or adding peas for extra color and flavor.
For a richer risotto, feel free to increase the amount of Parmesan cheese.
Ensure that the mussels are fresh and discard any that do not open during cooking.