Description
Enjoy a creamy Shrimp Risotto with Peas, featuring succulent shrimp, Arborio rice, and sweet peas in a rich, cheesy sauce. This dish is perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, guaranteed to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low to keep it warm.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and opaque. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from skillet and cover with foil to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Arborio rice to the skillet, stirring to coat with oil and butter. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes. If using white wine, pour it in now and stir until mostly absorbed (2-3 minutes). Begin adding the warm chicken broth one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently and allowing the rice to absorb the broth before adding more. Continue this process for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is al dente and creamy. Stir in the frozen peas.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter and grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp.
- Spoon the risotto into bowls or onto plates. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Always use warm broth to maintain the cooking temperature of the rice.
- Stirring is key to achieving a creamy texture.
- Customize the recipe by adding other vegetables or swapping shrimp for chicken or scallops.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes