Description
Shrimp Risotto with Peas is a delightful dish that combines creamy arborio rice, succulent shrimp, and vibrant peas for a comforting meal. This recipe creates a rich and flavorful risotto that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a crowd-pleaser that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, deveined
- 4 cups vegetable broth (warm)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and arborio rice; toast for 1-2 minutes until rice edges are slightly translucent.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed. This should take about 18-20 minutes.
- Stir in the shrimp and frozen peas once most broth is absorbed; cook until shrimp are pink (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; mix in butter and Parmesan cheese until melted. Finish with fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg