Embark on a culinary journey to the shores of the Mediterranean with our delectable Mussels, Clams, and Shrimp with Saffron Risotto. This seafood extravaganza features plump mussels, tender clams, and succulent shrimp, all nestled in a vibrant saffron-infused risotto. The aromatic broth, brimming with the essence of the sea, complements the delicate flavors of the seafood, while the creamy risotto provides a rich and satisfying base. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the coastal havens of Europe. We offer two irresistible variations of this classic dish: a traditional version that captures the authentic essence of this culinary masterpiece and a modern interpretation that adds a touch of contemporary flair. Bon appétit!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MUSSELS, CLAMS AND SHRIMP IN SPICY BROTH
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, bay leaf, and crushed red pepper. Saute until the garlic is tender, about 1 minute. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Add the tomatoes. Bring to a simmer. Simmer until the tomatoes begin to break down and the flavors blend, about 5 minutes. Stir in the clams. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the mussels. Cover and cook until the clams and mussels open, about 5 minutes longer.
- Using a tongs, transfer the opened shellfish to serving bowls (discard any shellfish that do not open). Add the shrimp and basil to the simmering tomato broth. Simmer until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes. Divide the shrimp and tomato broth among the bowls. Serve with the warm bread.
SEAFOOD RISOTTO
Seafood is traditional Italian fare on Christmas Eve. It takes center stage in this entree, which includes lobster, clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Fill a large bowl with ice water, and set aside. Fill a large stockpot three-quarters full with cold water. Bring to a boil, and add 1/4 cup salt. Plunge lobsters head first into water. Return to a boil, and cook for 3 minutes (meat will not be fully cooked). Using tongs, transfer lobsters to ice water, and let cool for 5 minutes. Place lobsters on a cutting board.
- Using a kitchen towel to protect your hands, twist off tail and claws; discard body. Twist fan off end of tail, and push meat out of shell. (Alternatively, use kitchen shears to cut up length of tail, and pull shell away from meat.) Cut tail in half lengthwise, and then crosswise. Transfer tail meat to a plate lined with paper towels. Separate claws from knuckles; twist and pull off pincers. With back of knife, crack knuckle end of claw. Gently remove whole piece of meat, and add to plate. Crack knuckle, remove meat from shell, and add to plate. Wipe any white residue off meat.
- Place clams and mussels in a large skillet or pot, and add 2 inches of water. Cover skillet, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook until clams and mussels have opened, 4 to 5 minutes. Discard any that remain closed. Using a slotted spoon, transfer clams and mussels to a bowl, and cover loosely with parchment and then foil.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and chile, and cook for 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup sparkling wine, and simmer until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Stir in shrimp, calamari, and 1/4 cup stock, and cook until shrimp just turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in chervil. Remove from heat.
- Combine saffron and remaining 6 1/4 cups stock in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer gently.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter with remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, and cook until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add rice, and cook, stirring constantly, until edges of grains are translucent, about 3 minutes. Add remaining 3/4 cup sparkling wine, and cook, stirring constantly, until wine has been completely absorbed. Add 1/2 cup of the simmering stock, and cook, stirring constantly, until stock has been completely absorbed and a wooden spoon drawn through rice leaves a trail. Continue adding stock, 1/2 cup at a time, waiting for each addition to be absorbed before adding the next, until you've added all but 1 cup of the stock. (It should take 18 to 20 minutes.)
- Add lobster and shrimp mixture. Add 1/2 cup of the remaining stock, in same manner as described above. If you prefer a looser risotto, add the remaining 1/2 cup stock. Risotto is done when liquid looks creamy and grains are cooked but still slightly firm in centers. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining 6 tablespoons butter cut into pieces, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon zest, clams, and mussels. Garnish with chervil sprigs. Serve immediately.
RISOTTO WITH CLAMS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pancetta is golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the pancetta to a paper-towel-lined plate and reserve.
- To the pan with the pancetta drippings, add the shallots, garlic and salt. Cook until fragrant, stirring with a wooden spoon, 2 minutes. Stir in the rice and coat with all the flavors of the pan. Toast the rice for 2 minutes. Deglaze with 1 cup of the prosecco and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is almost entirely absorbed. Add 1 cup of the clam juice and cook, stirring, until almost completely absorbed, 6 to 8 minutes. Continue adding the clam juice, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring often and allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. Cook until the rice is tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, to a small saucepan, add the remaining 1/2 cup prosecco and the New Zealand clams. Cover the pan and place over high heat. Cook, shaking occasionally, until the clams have opened, about 4 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open. Set aside.
- To finish the risotto, stir in the Parmesan, butter, reserved pancetta and the chopped littleneck clams along with their juice. Cook until the clams are cooked through and the butter and cheese are melted in, an additional 2 minutes. The risotto should have some movement and not be too thick.
- In a small bowl, mix together the parsley and lemon zest. Stir half of the mixture into the risotto. Using a slotted spoon, scoop the steamed New Zealand clams over the top of the risotto and finish with the remaining parsley mixture.
MUSSELS, CLAMS AND SHRIMP WITH SAFFRON RISOTTO RECIPE - (3.2/5)
Provided by Dr_Mom
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, little neck 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.
CREAMY RISOTTO WITH MUSSELS, SHRIMP AND CALAMARI
Make and share this Creamy Risotto With Mussels, Shrimp and Calamari recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Laka
Categories White Rice
Time 30m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil for 2-3 minutes over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally. Add the rice and toast lightly for 1-2 minutes without letting the rice or onion take on any color.
- Add the wine and cook until almost completely absorbed. Add most of the hot fish stock (it should come about ½ 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.
- Add the mussels, shrimp and squid (tentacles as well), and tomatoes, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the seafood is cooked and the rice is al dente, about 6 minutes. As the rice continues to absorb the liquid, add more as needed.
- Remove the risotto from the heat, add butter Grana Padano or Parmesan cheese. Stir well to release the starches and make the risotto creamy.
- Season with pepper and serve immediately.
MUSSELS, CLAMS AND SHRIMP IN SPICY BROTH
I found this recipe by Giada De Laurentiis on foodtv.com. I have never made mussels or clams and I was delighted with the results. Do not omit the basil, I think it adds a lot to this recipe and make sure you have the warm, crusty bread to dip in the broth!
Provided by Chill
Categories Mussels
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
- Add garlic,bay leaf and crushed red pepper.
- Saute until garlic is tender (1 min).
- Add wine and bring to a boil.
- Add tomatoes and simmer until the tomatoes begin to break down and flavors blend (5 min).
- Turn up to medium and cook until sauce is good and warm.
- Add clams, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in mussels, cover and cook until clams and mussels open, about 5 mins or so.
- When clams and mussels are almost all opened throw in the shrimp.
- Cover and cook about 1 1/2 min or until shrimp is done.
- Stir in torn basil leaves and serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh seafood: Fresh seafood is essential for this dish. Look for mussels, clams, and shrimp that are plump and have a briny smell. Avoid any seafood that is slimy or has an off odor.
- Clean the seafood properly: Mussels and clams should be scrubbed clean under cold water. Shrimp should be deveined and peeled.
- Use a good quality saffron: Saffron is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality saffron. Look for saffron that is a deep red color and has a strong aroma.
- Cook the risotto slowly: Risotto is a slow-cooked dish, so it's important to be patient. Cook the risotto over low heat and stir it frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Add the seafood at the end: The seafood should be added to the risotto at the end of the cooking process. This will prevent the seafood from overcooking and becoming tough.
Conclusion:
Mussels, Clams, and Shrimp with Saffron Risotto is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of seafood, saffron, and risotto is simply irresistible. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a special meal to impress your friends or family, give this recipe a try.
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