SAFFRON RISOTTO WITH SCALLOPS
The focus here is on bay scallops, which are smaller than their ocean counterparts and bring a briny sweetness to any dish. It is worth saving fish heads and shrimp shells to make seafood stock, but if homemade is not available, the store-bought kind will do. Watch the cooking time -- the rice should be served al dente. (The New York Times)
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat butter in heavy three-quart saucepan. Add onion and saute over medium heat until translucent but not brown. Stir in rice and cook, stirring, until grains turn white. Stir in wine and cook, stirring, for five minutes, until most of the wine has evaporated.
- Meanwhile, place the saffron in a small dish and pour a cup of the hot stock over it.
- When most of the wine has evaporated, stir in a half cup of the stock and adjust the heat so the mixture cooks at a steady simmer. When most of that stock has evaporated, stir in the stock with the saffron and continue to cook, stirring frequently.
- Continue adding stock, about a half cup at a time, stirring frequently, until the rice is just barely tender, about 15 minutes longer. You may not need to add all the remaining stock.
- Stir in scallops. Continue cooking, stirring gently, another three to five minutes, until rice is al dente and scallops are cooked. Add a little stock if necessary. Season to taste with salt and red pepper flakes; serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 299, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 791 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
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jad Jad
[email protected]This was my first time making risotto and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ade Adekola
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. The risotto was a bit too creamy for my taste, and the scallops were a bit overcooked. I would make it again, but I would make some changes.
Cathy Musso
[email protected]This risotto was amazing! The saffron gave it a beautiful color and flavor, and the scallops were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Obinwa Joseph
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked perfectly. However, I found the saffron to be a bit overpowering. I would recommend using less saffron next time.
Victoria Godoy
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The risotto was gluey and the scallops were overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Irfan Mehsud
[email protected]The risotto was a little bland for me, but the scallops were delicious. I think I would add more herbs and spices to the risotto next time.
Nakato Sharon
[email protected]This risotto was a bit too rich for my taste, but the flavors were still good. I think I would use less butter next time. The scallops were cooked perfectly though.
Sufiya Begum
[email protected]I made this risotto for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicate flavor of the saffron. The scallops were also cooked perfectly. Would highly recommend this recipe.
Pfano Mammburu
[email protected]Absolutely delicious! The saffron risotto was creamy and flavorful, while the scallops were tender and juicy. The combination of flavors was perfect. Will definitely be making this again.
Muhammad Dulal
[email protected]This was my first time making risotto and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was. The recipe was clear and concise, and the dish turned out perfectly. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked to perfection.
Erh Hchhfuhf
[email protected]I've made this risotto a few times now and it always turns out amazing. The saffron adds such a beautiful color and flavor to the dish. The scallops are cooked perfectly and the overall texture is creamy and delicious.
Arina Katerina
[email protected]This saffron risotto with scallops was a delightful dish that exceeded my expectations. The flavors were perfectly balanced, with a creamy and flavorful risotto that complemented the tender and juicy scallops. The recipe was easy to follow and the en