LEMON-HERB RISOTTO WITH SCALLOPS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small leek (white and light green parts only), halved lengthwise, thinly sliced and rinsed
Kosher salt
3/4 cup arborio rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
8 medium sea scallops (about 8 ounces), ¿foot¿ muscles removed, patted dry
Freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan; keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the leek, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is coated, about 1 minute. Add the wine and cook, stirring constantly, until completely absorbed, about 1 minute.
  • Ladle about 1/2 cup hot chicken broth into the risotto and cook, stirring, until absorbed. Continue to add the broth in about 1/2-cup increments, stirring until absorbed before adding more, until the rice is tender and creamy, about 18 minutes. (If you¿ve used up all the broth and the rice is not yet tender, stir in a little hot water.)
  • During the last 5 minutes of cooking the risotto, heat a medium nonstick skillet over high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Cook, undisturbed, until browned and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the scallops and continue to cook until just cooked through, about 1 more minute. Remove to a plate.
  • Stir the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the parmesan, lemon juice and all but a pinch of the lemon zest into the risotto until creamy. (Add a splash of water to loosen, if necessary.) Season with salt and stir in the parsley and chives. Divide between bowls and top with the scallops; sprinkle with the remaining lemon zest.

Julio Pedro
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This risotto was delicious! The lemon herb flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Sanro Islam
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This is a great recipe. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Krystal Laboy
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This risotto was amazing! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the lemon herb flavor was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Opeyemi Olanrewaju
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I made this last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked perfectly. Will definitely make this again!


Ambika Bimal
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This is my new favorite risotto recipe. It's so creamy and flavorful. The scallops are cooked perfectly too. I highly recommend this recipe!


Fahadbro Jutt
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Amazing risotto! The flavors were incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rohomot Hassen
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This risotto was delicious! The lemon and herb flavors were perfectly balanced. The scallops were cooked perfectly too. I will definitely make this again.


Siraj Ahmed
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I've made this risotto a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of creamy and flavorful, and the scallops are always cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tessy Brown
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked perfectly. I will definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Zubair Niazi
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted asparagus and it was a complete meal. Highly recommend!


Jacob Domebale
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The lemon and herb flavors really shine through in this risotto. The scallops were tender and juicy too. I added a bit more garlic and white wine, and it was perfect. Will definitely make this again!


Nyasha Ngwerume
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This lemon herb risotto with scallops was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the scallops were cooked to perfection. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out even better than I expected. My family and friends raved