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Shrimp Risotto

Name: Shrimp Risotto recipe
Total time: 00:30
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italy
Ingredients: 300 g. arborio rice; 400 g. peeled shrimps (clean); 1 lt. of seafood broth; 100 g. grated Parmesan cheese; 50 ml. of white wine; 1 onion cut into small squares; 40 g. butter; Chopped fresh parsley for garnish; Olive oil

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Category: Rice

Difficulty: Medium

Time: 00:30

Dish: Main

Quantity: 2

Country: Italy

Today we show you how to prepare a shrimp risotto, an ideal dish for special occasions or family gatherings, you will not believe how easy it is to prepare it, plus you will look like a real chef in front of your guests, follow our step by step videos below, where we will show you in detail how to make this delicious risotto.

Ingredients

300 g. arborio rice
400 g. peeled shrimps (clean)
1 lt. of seafood broth
100 g. grated Parmesan cheese
50 ml. of white wine
1 onion cut into small squares
40 g. butter
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Olive oil

How To Make It

Step 1:

We begin the preparation of our shrimp risotto, for this, in a pot with a little olive oil and medium heat, add the shrimp, a pinch of salt and we will cook for just 1 minute, then remove them from the pot and set aside, then add the onion and let it cook for a couple of minutes.

Step 1: How To Make Shrimp Risotto

Step 2:

Add the rice and let it cook for a couple of minutes, then add the white wine, let all the alcohol evaporate and then gradually add the seafood broth (stirring from time to time) first cover and when we see that there is almost no liquid left, add more broth and so on until all the broth is used up.

Step 2: How To Make Shrimp Risotto

Step 3:

When the broth is used up and the rice is done (cooking time is about 15 to 18 minutes), remove from the heat and add the butter, stir well until it melts, then add the shrimp, Parmesan cheese, stir and our delicious shrimp risotto is ready (add fresh parsley on top for garnish).

Step 3: How To Make Shrimp Risotto

Tips To Prepare It

To prepare this risotto, we must use arborio or carnaroli rice, you can find it in any supermarket.

Use natural seafood broth, the result is much better and healthier, you can prepare it at home or buy it ready in supermarkets.

Every time you are going to add the seafood broth to the shrimp risotto, it must be hot so as not to stop the rice from cooking.

When you are cooking the shrimp risotto, it is important to keep stirring, so that the rice releases all its starch and gives us a creamier texture.

What can we accompany this recipe with?

The shrimp risotto is a very filling dish, you can accompany it with a light salad as a starter and a good glass of white wine.

Preguntas y respuestas

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes, you can use frozen shrimp, but be sure to thaw and clean them well before using them.

What can I use instead of seafood stock?

If you do not have seafood stock, you can use fish stock or even chicken stock, although the final flavor will be somewhat different.

Is it necessary to use white wine in risotto?

White wine adds a special flavor and aroma to risotto, but if you prefer not to use it, you can substitute it with additional broth.

What is the best way to add the broth to the risotto?

Add the hot stock little by little, barely covering the rice and stirring constantly, add more stock when the previous liquid has been almost completely absorbed.