Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of creamy Shrimp Risotto, a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. This risotto features tender shrimp enveloped in rich Arborio rice, simmered to perfection in warm chicken broth. With its velvety texture and subtle flavors, this recipe is ideal for turning a regular weeknight dinner into something special or impressing guests at your next gathering. Quick to prepare yet elegant, it’s a meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy the versatility of this dish by customizing it with seasonal vegetables or fresh herbs to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (warmed)
- 1 cup fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 cup dry white grape juice
- 1 medium shallot (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in Arborio rice and toast for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Add dry white grape juice, stirring until mostly absorbed.
- Gradually pour in warmed chicken broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed (about 20 minutes).
- In the last five minutes, stir in shrimp and Parmesan cheese until shrimp are cooked through.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 110mg