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Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring the broth to a simmer. Keep it warm over low heat.
- In a separate large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice becomes translucent around the edges.
- Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed.
- Ladle in 1 cup of the warm broth and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed. Continue adding the broth, 1 cup at a time, and stirring until the rice is tender and creamy, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the asparagus during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Once the risotto is creamy and the rice is tender, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and butter until melted and well combined.
- Gently fold in the cooked shrimp and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the shrimp and asparagus risotto immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto is a classic Italian dish that has a rich history dating back to the northern regions of Italy. This creamy and flavorful dish is believed to have originated in the Lombardy region, known for its rich culinary traditions. Renowned chefs such as Gualtiero Marchesi and Massimo Bottura have popularized this dish, adding their own unique twists to the traditional recipe. The key to a perfect Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto lies in using high-quality Arborio rice, fresh shrimp, and tender asparagus. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale Italian restaurants and trattorias across Italy and the world.
45 min
4
450 calories
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