Lemon Risotto With Grilled Tiger Shrimp

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Lemon Risotto With Grilled Tiger Shrimp – Perfect for Seafood Lovers
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 shallots , finely chopped
1 1/2 cups risotto rice ( vialone , arborio or carnaroli )
1/2 cup vermouth or 1/2 cup dry white wine
12 large tiger shrimp , in the shell split down the centre
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup shredded fresh basil leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
2 lemons , juice and zest of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
425
Sugar
1g
Fat
13g
Lemon Risotto With Grilled Tiger Shrimp is an incredibly delicious and flavorful dish. Creamy, zesty and rich, this dish brings together the best of seafood and Italian cuisine in one comforting meal. It’s the perfect main course for a special occasion or a romantic dinner, and will leave your guests wanting more. The texture of the risotto is incredibly creamy, while the grilled tiger shrimp provide a satisfying crunch. The dish is light and refreshing, with the flavors of lemon and basil shining through.

Instructions

1.Heat chicken stock in a pot and keep at a simmer.
2.In a pan, melt butter in olive oil
3.Add shallots and sauté until translucent.
4.Add risotto rice and stir for one minute.
5.Add vermouth or wine and keep stirring until it evaporates.
6.Add chicken stock to rice, a ladleful at a time, stirring after each addition.
7.Grill tiger shrimp and set aside.
8.Continue cooking and adding chicken stock to rice until it’s al dente.
9.Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, chives, lemon zest and juice, and basil leaves.
10.Top with grilled tiger shrimp and serve hot.

PROS

Lemon Risotto With Grilled Tiger Shrimp is a delicious recipe for seafood lovers and is the perfect meal to impress guests.

When cooked correctly, risotto is incredibly creamy and flavorful.

CONS

Risotto requires continuous stirring and attention to make sure it doesn’t become overcooked or gloopy.

It can be time-consuming to make, and requires a lot of patience.

Seafood lovers who cannot eat shrimp will have to find an alternative, as the recipe specifically calls for tiger shrimp.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While risotto is not considered the healthiest option, it is a delicious and filling meal.
The shrimp in this recipe are an excellent source of protein, and the dish also contains lemon, which is full of vitamin C and antioxidants.

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