Best 7 Shrimp Asparagus Risotto The Olive Garden Official Recipes

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Shrimp Asparagus Risotto, a delectable dish served at the renowned Olive Garden, tantalizes taste buds with its creamy texture, vibrant flavors, and the perfect balance of succulent shrimp, tender asparagus, and savory risotto. Originating from the culinary traditions of Northern Italy, this classic dish has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're an experienced chef or a novice cook, this comprehensive guide will unveil the secrets to creating this mouthwatering masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto image

Takes a second to prep but so worth it in the end.

Provided by Joshua F

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 52m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ onion, chopped
½ clove garlic, minced
3 cups Arborio rice
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into thirds
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Pour chicken broth into a pot; bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add Arborio rice; cook, stirring frequently, until coated with oil, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir 1/2 cup of the hot chicken broth into the saucepan; cook and stir until the rice has absorbed the broth, about 2 minutes. Repeat this process 4 more times, stirring constantly, until rice is creamy and tender yet firm to the bite, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir shrimp and asparagus into the remaining hot broth. Cook until shrimp turns pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove broth from heat.
  • Stir shrimp and asparagus into the rice; cook for 1 minute. Stir Parmesan cheese and butter into the rice; cook until melted, about 1 minute. Remove rice from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle parsley over each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 858.2 calories, Carbohydrate 130.3 g, Cholesterol 209.9 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 3233 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP RISOTTO



Asparagus and Shrimp Risotto image

Together the asparagus and the shrimp creates the most delicious main course or starter, this recipe I managed to get from The Olive Garden Restaurant way back in 1992 there may well be one or two changes to it, as most cooks by and large modify one or two things in a recipe.

Provided by Astro-Chef

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

450 Grams Medium Shrimp peeled and de-veined
8 cups Chicken Stock
2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup Dry white wine
110 grams Unsalted butter divided
1 1/4 cups Parmesan cheese
350 grams Asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup Tomatoes we always use fresh tomatoes peeled and de-seeded
2 cups Arborio Rice
1 Onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
2 tablespoon Chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Serves / Makes: 6 for the main dish or 8 as a starter Prep-Time: 12 minutes Cook-Time: 45 minutes Bring the chicken stock to a simmer in a medium size saucepan, and keep on a low heat until needed. Heat the oil over a medium heat add the onions and cook for 3 minutes, or until transparent. Stir in the rice and cook for 1 minute, then add the white wine, add half of the chicken stock and stir until completely absorbed. Repeat until 4 cups of the stock has been added; stir the risotto frequently to prevent sticking. Add the asparagus, lemon zest, and shrimp to the remaining broth and cook for about 2 minutes, or until shrimp is pink, remove the asparagus and shrimp from the broth and then add them to the risotto mixture. Add half a cup of the stock at a time until the desired creaminess is reached, there may be some stock left over, it doesn?t matter! Once the stock is absorbed, add the butter, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped tomatoes and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 769 calories, Fat 27.0020441666667 g, Carbohydrate 87.9123383333334 g, Cholesterol 177.2 mg, Fiber 4.07313326589266 g, Protein 40.132375 g, SaturatedFat 12.9188824166667 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (923g), Sodium 1112.77725 mg, Sugar 83.8392050674407 g, TransFat 2.16290441666667 g

SHRIMP & ASPARAGUS RISOTTO - (THE OLIVE GARDEN) - OFFICIAL



Shrimp & Asparagus Risotto - (The Olive Garden) - Official image

Note: This is no Knock off recipe. This "is" from their website http://www.olivegarden.com/recipes/. I had liked this so much, the wait staff asked me if I wanted the recipe. I said sure! She brought back a card with the following recipe.

Provided by Starfire aka Wendy

Categories     Rice

Time 33m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

18 shrimp, shelled and deveined
8 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (colaviata or or your choice)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese
salt & pepper
1/2 lb asparagus spear, fresh stemmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup yellow onion
2 cups arborio rice
fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • SIMMER: chicken broth on low heat until needed.
  • HEAT: oil over medium heat.
  • Add onions and cook for 3 minutes, or until translucent.
  • Stir in rice and cook for 1 minute, then add white wine.
  • Add ½ of broth and stir until completely absorbed.
  • Repeat until 4 cups of broth have been added.
  • Stir the risotto frequently to prevent sticking.
  • ADD: asparagus and shrimp to the remaining broth and cook for about 2 minutes, or until shrimp is pink.
  • Remove asaparagus and shrimp from the broth and then add them to the risotto mixture.
  • Add ½ cup of the broth at a time until desired creaminess is reached (there may be broth left over).
  • Once the broth is absorbed, add butter, parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with chopped tomatoes and parsley.

SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Rice

Time 1h13m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 cups homemade shrimp stock (or canned chicken or vegetable broth or stock)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 cups arborio rice
1/4 cup chopped shallot
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leave
1/4 teaspoon plus a pinch fresh ground black pepper, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons creole seasoning, recipe follows
1 1/2 cups finely grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 bunch medium asparagus, tips trimmed and blanched 1 minute, cut stems into 1 inch pieces and reserve

Steps:

  • In small saucepan heat stock.
  • In blender add asparagus stems and 1 cup of hot broth/stock and blend until smooth.
  • Return mixture to stock/broth pot.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter and 2 tablespoons of the extra-virgin olive oil in a large Dutch oven or saucepan until the butter is foamy.
  • Add the Arborio rice and cook, stirring frequently, until the rice is well-coated and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the wine and cook until it evaporates.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add 2 cups of the hot stock and season lightly with salt.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until the broth has been absorbed.
  • Continue to cook, adding more broth, 1/2 cup at a time as it is absorbed, until the rice is al dente, 16 to 18 minutes total cooking time.
  • NOTE: If you use all of the stock before the rice is al dente, add a bit of hot water as needed.
  • Add the chives, marjoram, thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper.
  • Add asparagus tips.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  • Cover and set aside while you prepare the shrimp.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet until very hot.
  • In a small bowl combine the shrimp with the creole seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon salt and toss to thoroughly distribute seasonings.
  • Add 2 tablespoons butter to the pan and, when foamy, add the shrimp and cook until shrimp are pink and lightly golden on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer shrimp and any accumulated juices to the risotto and stir.
  • Add 1 cup Parmesan cheese and stir.
  • Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.7, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 161.4, Sodium 423.9, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 29.5

OLIVE GARDEN MEDITERRANEAN GARLIC SHRIMP (OFFICIAL RECIPE)



Olive Garden Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp (Official Recipe) image

This is from The Olive Gardens website - www.theolivegarden.com. Now you can make this at home as well! It is nice to find a restaurant that will give out their recipes for a limited time so we can all enjoy them!

Provided by Starfire aka Wendy

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
1 dash salt
24 ounces peeled shrimp
1/2 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons lemon juice
8 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped
salt and pepper
1 dash Old Bay Seasoning
1 dash crushed red pepper flakes
1 dash parsley
1/2 cup romano cheese
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Cook the fettuccine in salted water with the butter until not quite al dente.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Combine sauce ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add cooked fettuccine and drained shrimp. Stir gently, over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until seafood is cooked through and dish has a creamy consistency. It may seem thin at this point but just wait. It will thicken up.
  • Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1428.5, Fat 91.3, SaturatedFat 41.5, Cholesterol 634.7, Sodium 871.2, Carbohydrate 88.9, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 63.6

GREEK SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Make and share this Greek Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Rice

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 3/4 cups sweet onions (about 2 medium)
1 cup arborio rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 3/4 cups asparagus, sliced (about 8 ounces)
1 lb shrimp, peeled, devined and chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon dill, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring broth and 1 cup water to a simmer in a medium saucepan (do not boil). Keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion to pan; sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in rice and garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add broth mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 30 minutes total).
  • Stir in asparagus and shrimp; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and remaining ingredients.
  • Note: The first time I tried this recipe, I found that the asparagus was not quite cooked, so I now microwaved it for about 1 minute, then added it to the rice mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.3, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 234.2, Sodium 1155.6, Carbohydrate 56.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 35.7

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO WITH SHRIMP AND LEMON



Asparagus Risotto With Shrimp and Lemon image

I found this in the Green Bay Press-Gazette, although it credits the California Asparagus Commission as the source.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs large asparagus, trimmed
4 cups chicken broth, preferably reduced salt
1/2 cup shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup arborio rice (short grain)
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 lb shrimp
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Put asparagus into a large skillet of salted, boiling water.
  • Return to a boil; boil about 3 minutes or until tender-crisp.
  • Drain well; spread on paper towel to cool.
  • Cut into 1-inch lengths; set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a simmer; reduce to lowest heat and keep warm.
  • In a larger saucepan, sauté shallot in olive oil over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until soft.
  • Stir in rice to coat.
  • Cook rice, stirring constantly, until rice is opaque (1-2 minutes).
  • Stir in lemon zest.
  • Deglaze with white wine, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup hot broth, cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until broth has been absorbed and mixture thickens.
  • Simmer the risotto; adjust heat as necessary.
  • Continue process, using a half-cup of hot broth at a time, making sure the rice absorbs the liquid before adding more.
  • Continue adding broth until it's all used.
  • When rice is just tender, stir in reserved asparagus and shrimp.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until shrimp is pink.
  • The risotto should be very creamy, and not soupy nor sticky.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.1, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 115.2, Sodium 639.9, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 23.9

Tips:

- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, succulent shrimp, tender asparagus, and flavorful parmesan cheese. - Cook the risotto slowly and patiently, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. - Add the shrimp and asparagus towards the end of the cooking process to prevent overcooking. - Season the risotto to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices as desired. - Serve the risotto immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives for an extra pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This shrimp asparagus risotto is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. It is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for home cooks of all skill levels. With its creamy texture, flavorful ingredients, and beautiful presentation, this risotto is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dish to make, give this shrimp asparagus risotto a try. You won't be disappointed!

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