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Shrimp Risotto

A creamy and flavorful risotto made with tender shrimp and aromatic ingredients, perfect for a sophisticated meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine optional
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood stock warm
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream optional for extra creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in Arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes, coating the grains with butter.
  • Pour in the white wine (if using) and cook until absorbed.
  • Add warm stock, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to absorb before adding more. Continue until the rice is creamy and cooked through (about 20 minutes).
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese, heavy cream (if using), lemon zest, and the cooked shrimp. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

NUTRITION FACTS (Per Serving)

Calories: 380 kcal
Carbs: 45 g
Fat: 12 g
Protein: 22 g