Description
Enjoy a creamy Shrimp Risotto with Peas, featuring succulent shrimp, tender Arborio rice, and sweet peas. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests with its rich flavors and delightful texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low to keep it warm.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the Arborio rice to the skillet, stirring to toast for about 2 minutes.
- If using white wine, pour it in now and stir until mostly absorbed. Begin adding warm chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing the rice to absorb the broth before adding more. Continue for 18-20 minutes until the rice is al dente.
- When the rice is nearly done, stir in the frozen peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, gently folding them into the risotto.
- Remove from heat and stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter and grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the risotto into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Optionally, add an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use Arborio rice for the best creamy texture.
- Stirring frequently helps release starches from the rice.
- For added flavor, consider a squeeze of lemon juice or zest before serving.
- Customize with other vegetables or proteins as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes