Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Risotto is a creamy, luxurious dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine to your table. Featuring tender shrimp, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic enveloped in perfectly cooked Arborio rice, this risotto is both visually stunning and deeply satisfying. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice cooks can impress family and friends with this restaurant-quality meal, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (warm)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and keep chicken broth warm in a separate pot.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in Arborio rice, coating it in the oil for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Gradually add warm chicken broth one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed. Continue until the rice is al dente (approximately 18-20 minutes).
- Mix in shrimp, lemon zest, and juice; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup risotto (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg