Risotto with clams is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. This classic Italian dish is made with rice, clams, white wine, and a variety of herbs and spices. The result is a rich and creamy risotto that is packed with flavor. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the perfect risotto with clams. We will also share some tips and tricks for making this dish even more delicious. So whether you are a seasoned risotto pro or a beginner in the kitchen, read on to learn everything you need to know about making this classic Italian dish.
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MUSSELS, CLAMS AND SHRIMP WITH SAFFRON RISOTTO AND GREEN OLIVE RELISH
Categories Olive Rice Shellfish Sauté Dinner Seafood Clam Mussel Shrimp Saffron Fall Party Simmer Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring stock and saffron to simmer in medium saucepan. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add shallots; sauté until tender, about 2 minutes. Add rice and garlic; stir 1 minute. Add white wine and stir until absorbed, about 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup saffron stock and simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently. Add remaining stock 1/2 cup at a time, allowing stock to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is cooked halfway, about 10 minutes. Add clam juice, mussels, littleneck clams, shrimp and chopped tomatoes. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, mussels and clams open, shrimp are cooked through and liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes (discard any mussels and clams that do not open). Divide seafood and saffron risotto equally among 4 bowls. Sprinkle with sliced green onions. Garnish with lemon wedges. Serve, passing Green Olive Relish separately.
CLAM RISOTTO
Make and share this Clam Risotto recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JoJoStar
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 2 quart saucepan melt butter over medium heat.
- Saute minced shallots in butter until soft but not browned.
- Add the rice and cook until the rice becomes translucent.
- Add the wine and cook until nearly dry.
- Add one cup of hot, not boiling, clam juice.
- Stir the rice continually as it cooks.
- When the rice absorbs all the juice add another cup and continue to stir the rice.
- Continue in this manner until you add the last cup of clam juice.
- At this time the rice should be fully cooked. If not add a little water and continue to stir and cook until the rice is just cooked through.
- Next, add the clam meat and cook for one minute.
- Add the cream and season the rice to taste.
- Cook for one additional minute.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.3, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 38.5, Sodium 917.5, Carbohydrate 89.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 8.3, Protein 12.3
RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND CLAMS
Make and share this Risotto with Asparagus and Clams recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put clams in a large covered skillet over medium-high heat, shaking a few times.
- Remove clams as soon as they open.
- As soon as they are cool enough to handle, remove clams from shells, halve (unless very small) and reserve any liquid.
- Strain clam liquid through cheesecloth and into a large saucepan with chicken stock and water.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
- Put butter in a heavy bottom saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add onion, garlic and hot pepper.
- Cover and sweat until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add rice and stir to coat.
- Add wine, increase heat to medium and bring to a boil.
- Begin adding stock, a cup or so at a time, stirring occasionally while risotto is at a simmer.
- After the second cup, add the asparagus.
- When the last cup of stock has been added, stir in reserved clams, parsley, lemon rind and salt and pepper to taste.
- When risotto is tender, but still firm, remove from heat.
- (You may not need to use up all the liquid. Keep tasting to see when the risotto is just right).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.1, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 45.7, Sodium 959.2, Carbohydrate 96.2, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 29.5
CLAM RISOTTO WITH LEMON
Steps:
- In a high-sided sauté pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add 3 cloves of the garlic and sauté for a minute or two, until soft. Add the clams and wine, cover and steam just until the clams open, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Discard any clams that fail to open. Strain and reserve the liquid. You should have about 4 cups liquid; if you don't, add water to make 4 cups. Place in a saucepan and set over low heat until hot. Put the clams in a heatproof container and place in the refrigerator until cool enough to handle. For easy eating, shuck the clams when cool. Discard the shells and reserve the meat. For a fancier presentation, leave the clams as is.
- In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sauté the remaining 3 cloves garlic and the onion until soft but not browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat. Add the reserved liquid, 1 cup at a time, stirring until the liquid is absorbed, 5 to 6 minutes, before the next addition. When finished, the rice should be toothsome but not crunchy. If necessary, continue to add liquid to achieve the desired consistency. When the rice is just al dente, remove the pan from the heat and fold in the clams and butter until the risotto is glossy.
- Divide the risotto among 4 warm plates. Drizzle each plate with olive oil. Grate lemon zest over the top of each plate and serve.
RISOTTO OF CLAMS
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To save time, have the clams opened at the fish market. Reserve both the clams and the liquid. There should be about 1 3/4 cups of clams and about 3 cups of the liquid. Put the liquid in a kettle and add the 3 cups of water or enough to make 6 cups altogether. Bring mixture to the simmer. Cut the clams into thin slices and set aside.
- Heat the oil in another kettle and add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the onion is wilted. Add the mushrooms and cook about one minute, stirring. Add the saffron and oregano and stir. Add the tomatoes and stir to blend. Add the hot red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
- Bring to the boil and add the rice. Stir. Add about 1/2 cup of the simmering liquid. Cook until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes. Continue cooking the rice, adding about 1/2 cup of the liquid at a time and cooking until most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir the mixture often from the bottom. You will need from 5 1/2 to 6 cups of liquid. Remember that the risotto should not be soupy, but it will be more liquid than regular rice. The total cooking time will be from about 20 to 25 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Add the clams, parsley and butter to the rice and stir. Cook briefly, less than a minute, until the clams are heated through. If the clams are cooked for a prolonged period, they will toughen.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 745, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 72 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 2813 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality clams: Fresh clams will have a briny, oceanic smell and tightly closed shells. Avoid any clams with open shells or cracked shells.
- Purge the clams before cooking: Purging the clams helps to remove any sand or grit from inside the shells. To purge the clams, place them in a large bowl of cold water and let them sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Change the water every 30 minutes.
- Cook the clams in a flavorful broth: The broth for the risotto is what will give it its flavor, so make sure to use a flavorful broth. A good option is to use a combination of clam juice, white wine, and fish stock.
- Cook the risotto until it is creamy and al dente: The risotto should be cooked until it is creamy and al dente, meaning that it is still slightly firm to the bite. The best way to check if the risotto is done is to taste it. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Add the clams and cook until they are just cooked through: Once the risotto is cooked, add the clams and cook them until they are just cooked through. This will usually take about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon zest: Before serving, garnish the risotto with fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, and lemon zest. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
Risotto with clams is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is relatively easy to make, but it does require some attention to detail. By following the tips above, you can make a delicious risotto with clams that will impress your friends and family.
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