Zesty Lemon Herb Shrimp Risotto Recipe

Today’s Dish: Lemon Herb Risotto with Grilled Shrimp

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share with you a mouth-watering recipe for Lemon Herb Risotto with Grilled Shrimp. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a gathering with friends. The zesty lemon, fragrant herbs, creamy risotto, and perfectly grilled shrimp come together to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients:

• Arborio rice (200g)
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined (300g)
• Lemon, zest and juice (1 lemon)
• Chicken broth (1 liter)
• White wine (150ml)
• Garlic, minced (2 cloves)
• Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, chives), chopped (50g)
• Parmesan cheese, grated (50g)
• Butter (50g)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• Saucepan
• Grill pan
• Wooden spoon
• Zester

To start, heat your saucepan over medium heat and melt half of the butter. Add the minced garlic and Arborio rice, stirring constantly until the rice is coated in the butter and fragrant. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until absorbed.

Slowly add the chicken broth, one ladle at a time, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. This process should take about 20-25 minutes, and the risotto should be creamy and slightly al dente.

While the risotto is cooking, season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and a hint of lemon zest. Heat up your grill pan and cook the shrimp until they are pink and slightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Once the risotto is ready, stir in the remaining butter, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the risotto hot with the grilled shrimp on top, garnished with extra herbs and lemon zest.

This Lemon Herb Risotto with Grilled Shrimp weighs approximately 1050g, serves 4, with each serving weighing around 262g. Each serving is approximately 400 calories.

One clever tip to make this dish even more flavorful is to infuse the chicken broth with extra herbs such as thyme or rosemary before using it in the risotto. This will add an extra layer of aromatic depth to the dish.

I hope you give this recipe a try and enjoy it as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite herbs or seafood! Happy cooking!