Best 17 Seafood Risotto With Leek Broth And Asparagus Stems Recipes

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Seafood risotto with leek broth and asparagus stems is a fantastic dish that combines the flavors of the sea and the garden. This delectable dish is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. The combination of seafood, leeks, asparagus, and creamy risotto creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that will tantalize your taste buds. The leek broth adds a layer of depth and complexity to the risotto, while the asparagus stems provide a crisp and refreshing contrast. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, seafood risotto with leek broth and asparagus stems is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!

SEAFOOD RISOTTO (RISOTTO AI FRUITTI DI MARE)



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This recipe is part of the Epicurious Online Cooking School, in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America. To watch it being made, and to learn how to make other Italian classics, check out the videos.

Provided by Gianni Scappin

Categories     Rice     Shellfish     Tomato     Seafood     Clam     Mussel     Scallop     Squid     Simmer

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups fish or vegetable stock
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup)
1 1/3 cups Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
8 small clams, such as Manila
8 mussels, scrubbed and debearded
4 ounces squid, cleaned and cut into thin rings
4 medium sea scallops
1/2 cup peeled, crushed, and seeded plum tomatoes
1/2 cup loosely packed chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon brandy
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, optional
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
N/A freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saucepan, warm the fish or vegetable stock. Keep warm.
  • 2. In a large saucepan over moderately low heat, warm the olive oil. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and the onion, and sauté, stirring occasionally, until tender (there should be no color), about 5 minutes. Add the rice and toast lightly for 1 minute without letting the rice or onion take on any color.
  • 3. Add the wine and cook until almost completely absorbed. Add most of the stock (it should come about 1/2 inch above the rice) and bring to a simmer. Cook the risotto, stirring occasionally, until the rice has absorbed some of the liquid, about 8 minutes.
  • 4. Add the clams, mussels, squid, scallops, and tomatoes, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the seafood is cooked and the rice is al dente, about 6 minutes more. As the rice continues to absorb the liquid, add more as needed.
  • 5. Remove the risotto from the heat and add the parsley, garlic, brandy, olive oil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, if using, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir well to release the starches and make the risotto creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

SEAFOOD RISOTTO



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 cups chicken stock
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 cups arborio rice
1/3 cup white wine
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into one large piece
3 ripe plum tomatoes
1/3 pound shiitakes
1 pound large shrimp, shelled
1/2 pound scallops or clams in the shell
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat the chicken stock to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until ready to use. In a large heavy pot heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil over moderate heat. Small children can help by taking paper off butter, cutting 2 tablespoons with butter knife, and dropping it into the pot. Small children should be highly supervised over each step that involves any type of gadget or working near a heat source. Add half of the onions to the pot and cook until clear, about 5 to 8 minutes. If you have older children, they can begin wiping off the shiitake caps with a damp cloth, removing the stems, cutting off the end, slicing the stems lengthwise and then slicing the caps.
  • Add the rice to the onions and stir to coat. Small children can do this well once they practice and learn a controlled stirring motion. "Slow and steady" can be repeated until they get the hang of it.
  • Add 1/3 cup white wine and stir until completely absorbed. Constant stirring will be required from here on out to make a good risotto. Have the children equipped with a long handled ladle and a deep oven mitt carefully dip the ladle into the broth and pour it into the rice. Stir continuously until the stock is absorbed. Repeat over and over using as much stock as necessary until the rice is cooked through but not mushy. The risotto should be creamy, slightly soupy but not watery.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil until melted. Add the other half of the chopped onion and stir to coat. Have the children cut the red pepper with table knives into strips and then crosswise into small even squares. Add the diced pepper to the onion and stir to combine. Add the tomatoes and stir to combine. Add the shiitakes and cook until any liquid evaporates. Add the fresh seafood and cook until just done.
  • Stir the sauteed seafood and vegetables into the pot of risotto. Grated Parmesan can be stirred into the risotto or served on top at the table. Cover until ready for service.

BLACK SWAN SEAFOOD RISOTTO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons shallots, chopped
1 cup champagne
1.5 cups arborio rice
4 1/2 to 6 1/2 cups hot lobster stock
2 tablespoons clarified butter
12 U-10 scallops
12 ounces black grouper
16 mussels, steamed, shells removed
2 live Maine lobster, 1 1/4 pound each, steamed, shells removed
2 stalks fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons white truffle oil
Fresh herbs, for garnish
Edible flowers, for garnish

Steps:

  • Saute garlic and shallots in a saucepan; deglaze the pan with champagne and reduce to half the original volume. Add risotto to pan and add 1 1/2 cups of hot lobster stock to start with. Continue stirring while you add the stock cup by cup. After you add 4 cups taste to see how much rice has cooked (if you wish to go to this step and pull it off the heat and finish when ready to dine it will work just fine).
  • Using a nonstick saute pan, heat clarified butter. Place the scallops in the pan first and sear so they have a golden color, then add grouper; cook grouper and scallops together until they are 3/4 done then add steamed seafood. Combine in the saucepan with rice and a little more stock. Be careful not to crush the seafood while stirring. Taste the rice and season. Risotto should be very creamy but still holding its shape. Add fresh tarragon at the end of the cooking and serve.
  • Drizzle with white truffle oil, and garnish with flowers and herbs.

MAIN COURSE SEAFOOD RISOTTO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup fish stock or clam juice combined with 5 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 1/2 cups short grain rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined cut into thirds
3/4 pound scallops, foot removed and sliced in half, horizontally
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into fine dice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Set clam juice and broth in a saucepan and have it at a bare simmer before you begin. Heat olive oil in a wide saucepan and cook the onions for 5 minutes or until lightly golden. Add the rice and stir, continuously for a couple of minutes to lightly toast it. Add the wine and cook gently until almost entirely evaporated.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the boiling water and stock and simmer the rice, stirring constantly, until all the liquid is absorbed. Add 1/2 cup more of simmering liquid and stir the rice until it has again absorbed the liquid. Continue in this fashion, adding a cup of liquid after 1 1/2 cups are in. When rice is half way done (after about 15 minutes) cook the seafood.
  • In another skillet heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and saute the shrimp and scallops for a minute or until almost entirely cooked. Transfer the seafood to the rice and continue to finish cooking the rice until entirely tender (should take about 30 to 35 minutes in all). When done, the rice is just tender, has absorbed the liquid (you may not need it all). Add the butter, season to taste with salt and pepper and dish out. Serve immediately or the rice will continue to cook and turn to mush. Garnish with tomatoes and parsley.

ASPARAGUS-LEEK RISOTTO



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Make and share this Asparagus-Leek Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 lb asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups sliced leeks (white and light green parts only)
1 cup arborio rice or 1 cup short-grain rice
3 cups chicken broth
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground coarse black pepper
1 lemon, sliced

Steps:

  • Roast asparagus: place asparagus in a single layer on a baking s heet. Brush evenly with 1 T. olive oil; lightly sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Bake, uncovered, in 450-degree oven about 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Cool slightly. Cut two-thirds into 2-inch pieces; set aside all asparagus.
  • While the asparagus is roasting, cook leeks in a large saucepan in 1 T. olive oil until tender. Stir in uncooked rice. Cook and stir over medium heat about 5 minutes or until rice begins to turn golden brown.
  • In another saucepan bring broth to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer. Carefully stir 1 cup of hot broth into rice mixture. Cook, stirring frequently, over medium heat until liquid is absorbed. Then add 1/2 cup broth at a time, stirring frequently until broth is absorbed before adding more broth (about 22 minutes in total).
  • Stir in any remaining broth. Cook and stir just until rice is tender and creamy.
  • Stir in asparagus pieces, cheese, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and pepper. Top with asparagus spears and lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.9, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 720.9, Carbohydrate 52.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 13

SEAFOOD RISOTTO



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An easy Seafood Risotto recipe.

Categories     Rice     Shellfish     Tomato     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups water
2 8-ounce bottles clam juice
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped shallots
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 14 1/2-ounce can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
3/4 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped
3/4 pound bay scallops
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Combine 2 1/2 cups water and bottled clam juice in medium saucepan. Bring to simmer. Keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots; sauté until light golden, about 4 minutes. Add rice; sauté 2 minutes. Add wine; stir until liquid is absorbed, about 2 minutes. Add stewed tomatoes; cook until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup clam juice mixture to rice. Simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often. Continue adding clam juice mixture by 1/2 cupfuls until rice is tender but still slightly firm in center and mixture is creamy, simmering until liquid is absorbed before each addition and stirring often, about 25 minutes. Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, scallops and garlic and sauté until shrimp and scallops are opaque in center, about 6 minutes. Mix seafood into rice. Cook 3 minutes longer. Remove risotto from heat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. Stir in chopped parsley and serve.

ASPARAGUS AND SHIITAKE RISOTTO



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Categories     Mushroom     Rice     Vegetable     Sauté     Parmesan     Asparagus     White Wine     Spring     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups chicken broth (40 fluid ounces)
1 cup water
1 pound thin to medium asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices, leaving tips 1 1/2 inches long
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
3/4 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice (10 ounces)
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Bring broth and water to a boil in a 4-quart pot. Add asparagus and cook, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain and pat dry. Keep broth at a bare simmer, covered.
  • Heat oil with 1 tablespoon butter in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a bowl.
  • Cook onion in 2 tablespoons butter in saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add wine and cook, stirring, until absorbed, about 1 minute.
  • Ladle in 1 cup simmering broth and cook at a strong simmer, stirring, until absorbed, about 2 minutes. Continue simmering and adding broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently and letting each addition be absorbed before adding next, until rice is just tender and looks creamy, 18 to 20 minutes. (Save leftover broth for thinning.)
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup cheese, remaining tablespoon butter, and salt and pepper to taste. Gently stir in asparagus and mushrooms, then cover pan and let stand 1 minute. If desired, thin risotto with some of remaining broth. Serve immediately with remaining cheese on the side.

SEAFOOD RISOTTO



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

24 mussels, scrubbed and debearded
1 cup chardonnay
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup minced shallots
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 cup Arborio rice
4 cups hot fish stock, approximately
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
12 sea scallops, tough tendon removed, quartered
1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • Place mussels in a saucepan with 1/2 cup chardonnay. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook over low heat until mussels open, about 5 minutes. Reserve 4 mussels in shells, shuck remainder, and strain and reserve broth.
  • Heat oil in a heavy shallow saucepan. Add shallots and ginger, and sauté over low heat until soft. Stir in rice and cook briefly. Add remaining wine. When wine has been absorbed by rice, add mussel liquid. Cook over medium-low heat until it is absorbed, then gradually add fish stock, 1/2 cup at a time, until rice is nearly al dente but still moist and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in scallops and shrimp, and cook about 5 minutes, until seafood is cooked. Stir in shucked mussels, butter and chives. Divide among 4 shallow soup plates, garnish each portion with a mussel in the shell, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 536, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1386 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS AND LEEK RISOTTO WITH PROSCIUTTO



Asparagus and Leek Risotto with Prosciutto image

Categories     Pork     Rice     Vegetable     Appetizer     Asparagus     Leek     Summer     Prosciutto     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound asparagus spears, tough ends trimmed, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced leek (white and pale green parts only)
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 ounces prosciutto, minced (about 1/4 cup)
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain. Transfer asparagus to bowl of ice water to cool. Drain.Bring broth to boil in medium saucepan. Reduce heat to very low; cover and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter with oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add leek and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir 2 minutes. Add wine and simmer until absorbed, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup hot chicken broth. Reduce heat and simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently. Add remaining broth 1/2 cup at a time, allowing broth to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is just tender and mixture is creamy, about 30 minutes. Add asparagus and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in prosciutto, Parmesan and parsley. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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

LEMONY SEAFOOD RISOTTO WITH TARRAGON



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Make and share this Lemony Seafood Risotto With Tarragon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb sea scallops
1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 large shallot, finely chopped (or any type onion including green onions)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup arborio rice, uncooked
1/4 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup fat-free chicken broth, heated
1/2 juice and lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon tarragon

Steps:

  • Spray non-stick cooking spray in a large deep skillet (or dutch oven). Heat over med-high heat. Saute' the scallops and shrimp, for about 2 minutes. Add the lemon zest and continue cooking until shrimp are pink and almost done. About 2 more minutes.
  • Remove scallops, shrimp, and zest from skillet, set aside and cover immediately to finish cooking the seafood.
  • Meanwhile, in the same skillet (do not wash or rinse), cook shallots and garlic until shallots are crisp-tender (adding more oil if necessary). Reduce heat to medium.
  • Stir in rice and stir frequently until rice begins to brown. Stir in wine and cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour 1/2 cup of broth over rice mixture. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed. Continue cooking 15-20 min, adding broth 1/2 cup at a time and stirring occasionally until rice is tender and creamy.
  • Add the lemon juice and tarragon. Gently stir in the scallops and shrimp. Serve with a garnish of parsley sprigs and lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.7, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 170.5, Sodium 1441.2, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 33.5

SHRIMP AND LEEK RISOTTO



Shrimp and Leek Risotto image

Make and share this Shrimp and Leek Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by r8brito

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 small leeks or 1 large leek
1 cup arborio rice or 1 cup carnaroli rice
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine, at room temperature
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced flat leaf parsley
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • Clean and prep the leeks by trimming the roots and dark green leaves from the stalks, then slit each in half lengthwise and thoroughly swish each half in a large bowl of water to remove any sand and sediment that might be stuck between the root layers, gently frilling them apart with your thumbs. Pat dry and slice each half into 1/8-inch thick half-moons.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer and keep warm over low heat.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat and add the olive oil. Add the leeks and garlic, and sprinkle a pinch of kosher salt evenly over the vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to caramelize.
  • Add the rice and stir well for 2 minutes to gently toast.
  • Stir in the wine and simmer until nearly evaporated.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the warm chicken broth to the rice and stir gently and frequently until most of the liquid is absorbed. Continue to add broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring as the rice continues to cook and absorb liquid.
  • After 15-20 minutes, most of the broth should be absorbed and the rice should taste tender and chewy but slightly firm to the bite. There will still be a good amount of sauce in the pan with the rice; risotto isn't fluffy and dry like a pilaf, but retains a slightly soupy texture.
  • Before you add your last ladleful of broth, stir in the shrimp to cook through as the liquid is absorbed.
  • Season the risotto with salt and pepper to taste, stir in the remaining butter, the Parmesan, parsley, and chives, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.5, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 651.4, Carbohydrate 51, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 9.1

SHRIMP, LEEK AND SPINACH RISOTTO



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This is a great recipe!

Provided by MRSPETEL

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups Arborio rice
4 cups boiling vegetable broth
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 medium leek, chopped
1 fresh red chile pepper, chopped
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ pound small scallops
1 (14 ounce) bag fresh spinach leaves
½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Pour in the rice, and stir until the rice is coated in oil and has started to toast, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in one-third of the boiling vegetable broth; continue stirring until incorporated. Repeat this process twice more, stirring constantly. Incorporating the broth should take 15 to 20 minutes in all.
  • While you are cooking the rice, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a pan. Stir in the garlic, leeks, red chili, shrimp, and scallops. Cook until the seafood is just beginning to turn color. Add the red bell pepper and spinach; cook until the seafood is opaque. Combine with the rice, and season to taste with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714.3 calories, Carbohydrate 108 g, Cholesterol 191.2 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 44.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 804.7 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

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

LEEK RISOTTO



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Creamy italian rice dish that is served as a main course. This is a reduced fat version. I have reduced the amount of oil and cheese used, but you can also sprinkle parmesan over the top once it's served. We make this at least one a week. It's wonderful!

Provided by Lyndsay Knox

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups chicken stock or 6 cups chicken broth (48 fl oz)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups leeks, chopped
2 1/2 cups arborio rice (17.5 oz/545 g)
2/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pour the stock or broth into a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Keep liquid hot.
  • In a large, heavy saucepan over low heat, heat oil.
  • Add the leeks and saute about 5 minutes.
  • Add the rice and stir until white spots appear in the center of the grains, about 1 minute.
  • (It is very important to use Arborio rice!) Add the wine and stir until absorbed, about 2 minutes.
  • Add one ladleful of the hot stock or broth, adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed, about 2 minutes.
  • Continue adding the stock or broth, one ladleful at a time and stirring constantly, until the rice is just tender but slightly firm in the center and the mixture is creamy, 20-25 minutes longer.
  • Add the cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir to mix well.
  • Serve at once.
  • Makes 8 cups.

SEAFOOD RISOTTO



Seafood Risotto image

Make and share this Seafood Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup dry white wine (or as needed)
1 cup chicken broth, preferably homemade
1 lb mussels, scrubbed, bearded
8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled, deveined (reserve shells)
4 ounces sea scallops, halved
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 2/3 cups italian short-grain rice (such as Arborio or Tesori)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat wine and broth in large heavy saucepan to boiling. Add mussels, cover pan, and cook just until mussels open, about 4 minutes. Remove mussels to bowl with slotted spoon and let cool. Remove mussels from shells and discard shells.
  • Meanwhile, reduce heat under saucepan and add shrimp shells to broth. Simmer covered 15 minutes. Strain through sieve lined with several layers of cheesecloth. Measure broth and add enough wine and water to measure 4 cups. Transfer to saucepan and keep hot over very low heat.
  • Heat 2 T. butter and the oil in large saucepan over low heat. When butter foams, stir in onion and cook until tender and golden, about 15 minutes. Add rice to onion, increase heat to medium, and cook, stirirng constantly, until edges of grains are transparent, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour enough broth into rice to cover by 1/4 inch. Adjusting heat to maintain a lively simmer (not steady boil), simmer, stirring constantly, until liquid is absorbed and you can see bottom of pan as you stir, about 5 minutes.
  • Add more broth to cover rice by 1/4 inch and continue to simmer, stirring constantly, until liquid is absorbed. Repeat adding broth and simmering until rice is tender but still slightly firm at the center; add shrimp and scallops after 15 minutes of cooking (it should take about 20 minutes from time first liquid is added). Season to taste and with salt and pepper halfway through cooking.
  • Stir enough of the remaining broth mixture into risotto to make it creamy. Remove from heat and stir in mussels, remaining butter, the parsley, and cheese. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 741.6, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 164.2, Sodium 750.5, Carbohydrate 76.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2, Protein 39.5

LEMON SEAFOOD RISOTTO



Lemon Seafood Risotto image

A delicious spring/summer dish with a great creamy texture and taste!

Provided by claudinhull

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large leek, cleaned and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup Arborio rice
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 cup dry white wine
½ pound bay scallops
½ pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup fresh snow peas, trimmed and halved crosswise
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook the leek and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice, and cook for 5 minutes more, stirring frequently.
  • Pour in 1 1/2 cups of the chicken broth, and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, uncovered for 5 minutes, continuing to stir. Pour in the remaining chicken broth and wine, increase heat to medium, and cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add the scallops, shrimp, peas, and red pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the remaining liquid is almost absorbed, and the seafood has cooked, about 5 minutes. When the rice is just tender and slightly creamy, season with Parmesan cheese, basil, lemon juice, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 73.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 201.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your risotto will taste. Look for fresh, seasonal seafood, vegetables, and broth.
  • Cook the rice properly: Risotto is a delicate dish, so it's important to cook the rice properly. Cook the rice slowly over medium heat, stirring constantly. The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Add the liquid gradually: When you add the liquid to the rice, do it gradually. This will help the rice absorb the liquid evenly and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Stir constantly: Stirring the risotto constantly is essential for creating a creamy texture. The stirring helps to release the starch from the rice, which thickens the sauce.
  • Season to taste: Once the risotto is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other seasonings. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a handful of grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Seafood risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. The key to making a great risotto is to use high-quality ingredients, cook the rice properly, and add the liquid gradually. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a seafood risotto that will impress your friends and family.

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