SHRIMP AND PEA RISOTTO

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This recipe is a simple scaled down version of the Naked Chef's recipe for Prawn and Pea Risotto with Basil and Mint. Colorful, simple and the peas and shrimp make it really sweet. Comfort Food at its finest. Thanks Jamie!! =)

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Rice

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas
1 lb shrimp (frozen raw , peeled)
1 lemon, juiced (optional)
3 pints canned chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 head celery, finely chopped
2 cups arborio rice
salt and pepper
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat stock.
  • In a separate fry pan heat the olive oil.
  • Add onion, garlic and celery and slowly fry for about 3 minutes.
  • Add rice to veggies Season with s& p and turn up the heat.
  • As the rice begins to fry, stir it.
  • After a minute it will look slightly translucent Add your first ladle of hot stock and a 1/8 tsp.
  • salt.
  • Turn down the heat to a simmer.
  • Keep adding ladles of stock for 15 minutes, stirring and allowing liquid to be absorbed before adding the next.
  • Add stock until the rice is soft but firm Remove from the heat.
  • Add butter and Parmesan Stir gently.
  • Place lid on pan and allow to sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and peas and simmer for 1 minute.
  • S& P to taste Serve with a bit of olive oil drizzled over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.1, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 202.4, Sodium 784.5, Carbohydrate 72.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 8.2, Protein 32.2

Sankor Day
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This dish looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Hemon Hemonhemon
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The risotto was good, but I would have liked more shrimp.


Alicia Reyes
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This risotto was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more salt and pepper.


Gemini Garcia
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I've made this risotto several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish for special occasions or weeknight dinners.


ronke moses
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This is my new favorite risotto recipe! The combination of shrimp and peas is perfect and the lemon zest adds a nice brightness.


Amber Haffiz
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The risotto turned out great and I'll definitely be making it again.


Agwuncha Chiamaka
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the flavorful shrimp and peas.


Star anonimouys
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The risotto was delicious, but the shrimp was a bit overcooked.


Matir Alamin
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This risotto was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was a good dish.


Cristina Klima
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I'm not usually a fan of seafood, but this dish changed my mind. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the peas added a nice sweetness.


Osondu Chidubem
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This shrimp and pea risotto was a delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was creamy and satisfying.


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