Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of shrimp risotto with peas, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Each bite offers tender shrimp, vibrant green peas, and rich Arborio rice, all enveloped in a luscious sauce that sings comfort food. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests, this recipe is as delightful to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 lb fresh large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup frozen peas (no need to thaw)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (warmed)
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup dry white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until shimmering. Add the chopped onion; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and Arborio rice; cook for about 2 minutes until the rice begins to turn slightly translucent.
- Pour in white wine and stir until mostly absorbed.
- Gradually add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until fully absorbed before adding more. Continue for about 18-20 minutes until creamy.
- When the risotto is al dente, stir in frozen peas and shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turns pink and everything is well combined.
- Remove from heat; fold in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg