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Shrimp Risotto

A creamy Italian-style risotto made with tender shrimp, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of lemon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1.5 cups Arborio rice
  • 1 shallot finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood broth warm
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Wide skillet or saucepan
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Warm broth and keep over low heat.
  2. Sauté shrimp until just pink; remove and set aside.
  3. Cook shallot and garlic in butter and oil until soft.
  4. Toast rice, add wine, then gradually add broth until creamy.
  5. Stir in shrimp, Parmesan, lemon zest, and seasonings.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture.