Best 14 Scallop And Asparagus Risotto Recipes

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If you're looking for a delectable and sophisticated dish to impress your friends and family, scallop and asparagus risotto is a perfect choice. This classic Italian dish combines the delicate flavor of scallops with the vibrant taste of asparagus, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. The creamy risotto, made from Arborio rice, provides a rich and velvety base for the succulent scallops and crisp asparagus, while the addition of herbs and seasonings enhances the overall flavor profile. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to expand your culinary skills, this recipe will guide you through the process of crafting a mouthwatering scallop and asparagus risotto that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RISOTTO WITH SCALLOPS AND ASPARAGUS



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Great dinner and easy to do. Serves 8

Provided by brianplatt

Categories     Main Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 Cups Chicken broth
1/4 cup Olive oil
1 Cup Onion Finely chopped
2 Cups Arborio rice Uncooked
2 Cups White wine
1/4 Tsp Pepper
2 Tbsp Butter
1/2 Cup Asiago cheese Grated
24 Spears Asparagus Cut into pieces
2 1/2 Lbs Scallops Sea or bay

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in medium saucepan, reduce heat and simmer Heat olive oil in large saucepan. Add onion, reduce heat, and sauté for 1 minute. Add rice and cook, stirring to coat, about 2 minutes. Add half of the simmered chicken broth to rice and cook, stirring constantly, until the rice absorbs the broth, 6 to 8 minutes. Add remaining broth and simmer, stirring , until broth is absorbed, another 6 to 8 minutes. Add wine and simmer, stirring, until risotto is creamy and rice is tender. Add pepper, butter, and cheese. Steam asparagus until tender, about 4 minutes, add to risotto. Meanwhile, pat scallops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Sauté scallops in remaining olive oil over very hi heat until golden. Serve scallops on top of the risotto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 8.75386841263186 g, Carbohydrate 51.1289918161517 g, Cholesterol 62.511626453854 mg, Fiber 2.75469524478912 g, Protein 31.1712040508425 g, SaturatedFat 3.89800248263482 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (397g), Sodium 763.521572480651 mg, Sugar 48.3742965713626 g, TransFat 1.17798752462128 g

SEARED SCALLOPS AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Classic cheesy Italian risotto gets an update with fresh lemon juice, asparagus, and seared scallops.

Provided by Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lbs. of fresh asparagus
4 c. of Hy-Vee 33% less-sodium chicken broth
0.5 c. of Hy-Vee salted butter
0.5 c. of Hy-Vee Short Cuts chopped white onions
1.5 c. of Arborio rice
0.5 c. of dry white wine
0.5 c. of Hy-Vee shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp. of Gustare Vita olive oil
1 lbs. of Fair Trade fresh sea scallops
0 Lemon zest
0 Lemon wedges
0 Hy-Vee salt
0 Hy-Vee ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cut asparagus spears lengthwise in half. Then, cut into 2-inch lengths. Cook asparagus, covered, in lightly salted boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain. Quickly chill in ice water; drain again and set aside.
  • 2. Bring broth to boiling in a 2-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, while preparing risotto.
  • 3. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onions. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until onions are softened, stirring occasionally. Add rice to onions in saucepan; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until rice is golden brown.
  • 4. Remove saucepan from heat; add wine. Return saucepan to heat and cook until wine evaporates. Carefully stir 1/2 cup hot broth into rice mixture. Cook over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, stirring frequently. Continue adding broth, 1/2 cup at a time, and stirring frequently until the broth is absorbed each time. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup cheese and asparagus; heat through.
  • 5. Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops and sear about 4 minutes or until opaque, turning once halfway through.
  • 6. Divide risotto among four serving plates. Top with scallops. Garnish with lemon zest and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. Squeeze lemon wedges over scallops before serving. Season scallops to taste with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680, Fat 31g, SaturatedFat 17g, TransFat 1g, Cholesterol 100mg, Sodium 680mg, Carbohydrate 69g, Fiber 6g, Sugar 3g, Protein 30g

LEMON ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Lower in fat than most risotto recipes but no one will know! I like to serve this as a main dish under some steamed halibut or other white fish.

Provided by stefychefy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

20 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup arborio rice
½ cup dry white wine
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until tender, about 5 minutes. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces; set aside.
  • Heat chicken broth in a saucepan over medium heat; keep at a simmer while preparing risotto.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and celery until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in garlic and arborio rice; cook and stir until rice is lightly toasted, about 5 more minutes.
  • Pour white wine into rice mixture, stirring constantly, until liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir chicken broth into rice, one ladleful at a time, allowing liquid to absorb completely before adding more while stirring constantly, about 20 minutes. Add asparagus and stir.
  • Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 355.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ROASTED ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting while the rice cooks on the stovetop. They'll be ready to stir into the risotto by the time the rice is done. -Deonna Mazur, Buffalo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 thin slices prosciutto
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
5-1/2 to 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 shallot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Bake, uncovered at 400° until crisp- tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes., Meanwhile, place prosciutto in another ungreased baking pan. Bake at 400° until crisp, 10-12 minutes. Crumble prosciutto; set aside prosciutto and asparagus., In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large skillet, saute shallot and garlic in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the wine, pepper and salt. Cook and stir until all the liquid is absorbed., Add heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender, 20 minutes., Add the asparagus, prosciutto and cheese; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SCALLOP RISOTTO



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Provided by Wanna Make This?

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups fish stock
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, finely diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup arborio rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
8 ounces pencil (thin) asparagus
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
10 sea scallops, "foot" muscles removed, scallops patted dry
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat the stock in a medium saucepan over medium heat; lower the heat so the stock stays warm without simmering.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 1 minute. Add the rice, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is coated and fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the wine and cook, stirring constantly, until completely absorbed, about 1 minute.
  • Ladle about 1/4 cup hot stock into the risotto and cook, stirring, until absorbed. Continue to add the stock in additions of about 1/4 cup, gradually working up to 1/2-cup additions, stirring until absorbed before adding more. Continue adding broth and stirring until the rice is tender and creamy, about 18 minutes. (You may have leftover stock, or may need to add a little water if you run out; this will depend on your rice.)
  • While the rice cooks, trim the woody end of the asparagus off and cut the stalks into 3/4-inch pieces.
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the asparagus, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the Parmesan, lemon juice and lemon zest, stirring until the risotto is creamy. Add a splash of water to loosen, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet over high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook, undisturbed, until browned and crisp on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the scallops and continue to cook until just cooked through, about 1 more minute. Transfer to a plate.
  • Divide the risotto between bowls and top with the scallops; sprinkle with chives and more Parmesan.

RISOTTO WITH SCALLOPS & ASPARAGUS



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Make and share this Risotto With Scallops & Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jeep chick

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups water
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 1/3 cups arborio rice (or other short grain rice)
12 asparagus spears, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1 1/4 lbs bay scallops or 1 1/4 lbs sea scallops, cut into fourths
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Bring water and broth to a boil in saucepan. Reduce heat and keep simmering.
  • Heat oil in nonstick saucepan and add onion. Reduce heat and saute 1 minute.
  • Add rice. Cook, stirring to coat, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of broth mixture; cook, stirring, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Add 1/2 cup of broth and asparagus. Cook, stirring, until the liquid is absorbed. Continue to add the broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until it is absorbed before adding more, until the rice is just tender. Total cooking time for the rice should be about 25-30 minutes.
  • Stir in scallops, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Cook until the scallops are opaque, the rice tender, and the liquid is absorbed, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.9, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 46.9, Sodium 698.5, Carbohydrate 60.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 30.9

SCALLOP AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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So Delicious!!! I found this recipe in a regional magazine called "Saltscapes" just love it!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb asparagus tips
1 lb scallops
6 tablespoons butter
4 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup shallot, diced
1 cup arborio rice
1 cup onion and herbs liquid seasoning
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Blanch asparagus tips in boiling water for 2-3 minutes; set aside.
  • Remove beards from scallops and sauté scallops in1 tablespoons of the butter until caramelized (2-3 minutes). Set aside.
  • Heat chicken stock in a saucepan until warm.
  • Combine olive oil and 1 tablespoons of the butter in a large heavy bottomed pot. Sauté the shallots until soft. Add the rice, and cook stirring, for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the liquid seasoning. Continue stirring until liquid reduces by half. Gradually add the chicken stock, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly, allow the stock to be absorbed before adding more. This process should be about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the asparagus and scallops. Finish with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.2, Fat 31.7, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 102.3, Sodium 1328.4, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.2, Protein 35.8

RISOTTO WITH WILD MUSHROOMS AND SCALLOPS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds sea scallops, crescent-shaped muscles removed and discarded
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound assorted mushrooms, such as Portobello, crimini, and shiitake, stemmed
Leaves from handful fresh thyme sprigs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 bay leaves
2 cups Arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio
8 cups canned chicken stock, heated
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle with a 2-count of oil. When the oil is hot, sprinkle the scallops with salt and pepper and brown well on both sides, about 2 minutes. Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm while you make the risotto.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Drizzle in another 2-count of olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes until soft. Toss in the mushrooms and herbs and cook until the mushrooms lose their liquid and are lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the rice and stir 2 minutes to coat with the oil; the grains will turn opaque. Season again. Stir in the wine and cook 1 minute to evaporate the alcohol.
  • Now pour in 1 cup of the warm stock and stir with a wooden spoon until the rice has absorbed all of the liquid. Add another cup of stock. Continue in this way, stirring constantly and adding the stock 1 cup at a time, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. (You may not need all of the stock; the risotto is done when it is slightly firm but creamy.) Fold in the scallops with the last cup of stock to warm them up. When the risotto is cooked, fold in the butter and cheese, and drizzle with a little more olive oil. Serve hot. Garnish with parsley.

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND RICOTTA SALATA



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
About 7 cups hot chicken stock
1 pound asparagus
1 cup fresh green peas, shelled
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan (plus more for passing at the table)
Coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 pound ricotta salata cheese

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet, heat three tablespoons butter and add the shallots. Cook until soft. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until the grains become opaque and are thoroughly coated with the butter.
  • Turn up heat and add white wine, stirring continuously. When evaporated, add hot chicken stock a ladle at a time and keep rice at a gentle simmer, stirring all the time.
  • Cut the asparagus into one-inch slices on the diagonal. When the rice is still slightly hard in the middle (after about 15 minutes), stir in the asparagus and continue cooking, ladling in more stock, until the rice is al dente. It should be creamy, a little chewy but firm to the bite. Add the peas to the mixture about three minutes before the end of cooking.
  • Off heat, stir in remaining tablespoon of butter, a tablespoon of Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle risotto with crumbled ricotta salata. Freshly grated Parmesan may be passed at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 654, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 1291 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 1 gram

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND MORELS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ounces dried morels, soaked for 30 minutes in warm water
6 ounces fresh morels
2 shallots, minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
About 5 cups hot chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup dry white wine
8 asparagus spears, sliced on the bias into one-inch pieces
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Scoop the dried morels up from their soaking liquid and squeeze them, letting them drain back into the bowl. Follow by straining the soaking liquid through several layers of cheesecloth and then rinse the morels under running water before slicing them.
  • Prepare the fresh morels. Rinse the morels quickly under cold running water and dry them with paper towels. Slice the tops and stems. In a small skillet, soften the shallots in one tablespoon of the butter over moderate heat. Add all the mushrooms and the strained soaking liquid, cover and cook gently for five minutes. Meanwhile, bring the chicken stock to a slow simmer.
  • Heat one tablespoon butter and the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet and add the rice. Cook, stirring, until the grains are coated with the butter. Add a cup of the hot stock and cook, stirring frequently, until the rice has absorbed the liquid. Add the mushrooms and season them with salt and pepper to taste, and add the white wine.
  • When the liquid has evaporated, add the asparagus, reserving the tips in another one-half cup of the stock. Continue adding the stock, one-half cup at a time as the rice absorbs the liquid, stirring continuously. Add the asparagus tips after the rice has cooked for about 12 minutes, and continue adding the broth, one-half cup at a time, stirring frequently. Continue adding liquid and stirring until the rice is creamy and tender, but just slightly al dente. Correct seasoning, stir in the Parmesan cheese and the remaining butter and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 606, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1226 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SCALLOPS AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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Savory scallops, crisp-tender asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes blend together beautifully in this fresh-tasting stir-fry from Lisa Lancaster of Tracy, California. Sesame oil and soy sauce delicately accent the colorful combo that's festive enough to serve when company comes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
3/4 pound sea scallops, halved
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry scallops, mushrooms and garlic in canola oil until scallops are opaque and mushrooms are tender. Stir cornstarch mixture; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sauce is thickened. , Add the asparagus, tomatoes, onions, sesame oil and pepper; heat through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEARED SCALLOPS ON SHRIMP AND TRUFFLE RISOTTO



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Provided by Alan Wong

Categories     Rice     Appetizer     Sauté     Scallop     Shrimp     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 8-ounce bottles clam juice
1 cup low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined, diced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup arborio rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 large sea scallops
Truffle oil*
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Bring clam juice and broth to simmer in medium saucepan. Reduce heat to low; cover to keep warm. Heat olive oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; sauté 1 minute. Using slotted spoon, transfer to bowl. Add onion to pan; sauté until translucent, about 1 minute. Add garlic; sauté 15 seconds. Add rice; stir 1 minute. Add wine; simmer until absorbed, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup clam juice mixture to rice; simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often. Continue adding liquid 1 cup at a time and stirring often, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding next, until rice is tender but still firm to bite, about 20 minutes. Stir in butter and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat vegetable oil in heavy medium skillet over high heat. Sear scallops until golden brown and just opaque in center, about 1 minute per side. Divide risotto among 6 plates. Place 1 scallop atop risotto on each plate, drizzle lightly with truffle oil, sprinkle with chives, and serve.
  • *Available at Italian markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.

SCALLOPS WITH ASPARAGUS



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Categories     Shellfish     Vegetable     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Spring     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb medium asparagus
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 lb large sea scallops, tough ligament removed from side of each if attached
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces

Steps:

  • Trim asparagus, then cut stems into 1/4-inch-thick diagonal slices, leaving tips whole.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté asparagus, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate, reserving skillet off heat (do not clean).
  • Pat scallops dry and sprinkle with pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet and heat over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté half of scallops, turning over once, until browned and just cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes total. Transfer scallops with tongs to another plate as cooked.
  • Wipe out skillet with paper towels, then add remaining tablespoon oil and heat until hot but not smoking. Sauté remaining scallops, turning over once, until browned and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes total, transferring to plate. (Do not wipe out skillet after second batch.)
  • Carefully add wine and vinegar to skillet (mixture may spatter) and boil, scraping up brown bits, until liquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons, about 1 minute. Add any scallop juices accumulated on plate and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat to low and whisk in butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until incorporated.
  • Add asparagus and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
  • Serve scallops topped with asparagus and sauce.

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Put asparagus centre stage in this satisfying risotto. Top with a sprinkling of parmesan for an easy midweek meal for two

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus (about 200g)
800ml vegetable stock
1 tbsp olive oil
25g butter
1 small onion , finely chopped
175g risotto rice
100ml white wine or vermouth (optional)
25g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, finely grated

Steps:

  • Snap the woody ends off the asparagus stalks and tip them into a saucepan with the stock. Put on a low heat to very gently simmer. Meanwhile, cut off the tips of the asparagus, add to the stock for exactly 1 min. Scoop out with a slotted spoon and set aside. Finely slice the rest of the stalks into rounds.
  • Heat the oil and half the butter in a heavy, wide pan. Cook the onions gently for 5 mins until soft, stirring often. Add the chopped asparagus stalks and cook for 2 mins more. Add the rice and continously stir for a few minutes until it turns semi-transparent and makes a hissing sound.
  • Stir in the wine, if using - it will evaporate almost immediately. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Add the stock, a ladleful at a time, stirring between each addition until it is absorbed, about 15 mins.
  • Try the rice - it should feel just cooked with a slight bite to it. Stir in the asparagus tips and any last dregs of stock and cook for 1 or 2 mins more. Remove from the heat and top with the remaining butter and most of the parmesan. Season generously, cover and leave for a few minutes to settle.
  • Give the risotto a thorough stir to incorporate the butter and cheese and serve straight away with the remaining parmesan for sprinkling over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 80 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 1.5 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Prepare the Ingredients in Advance: Before you start cooking, take the time to measure and chop all of the ingredients. This will help you stay organized and make the cooking process go more smoothly.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the flavor of your risotto. Use fresh, flavorful asparagus and scallops, and choose a good quality Arborio rice.
  • Toast the Rice: Toasting the rice before adding the liquid helps to bring out its nutty flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Add the Liquid Gradually: Don't add all of the liquid at once. Add it in small increments, stirring constantly, until the rice is cooked through.
  • Stir Frequently: Stirring the risotto frequently helps to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan and also helps to create a creamy texture.
  • Season to Taste: Season the risotto with salt and pepper to taste. You may also want to add other seasonings, such as grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, or fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Scallop and asparagus risotto is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. By following these tips, you can make a perfect risotto that will impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive meal, give scallop and asparagus risotto a try!

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