Best 7 Rock Shrimp Tomato And Leek Risotto With Basil And Meyer Lemon Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delightful flavors of rock shrimp, tomato, and leek risotto, artfully combined with the refreshing zest of basil and Meyer lemon. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring succulent rock shrimp, juicy tomatoes, and tender leeks, all harmoniously blended in a creamy risotto. The basil and Meyer lemon add a vibrant burst of freshness, elevating the risotto to an extraordinary level. Alongside the main recipe, discover variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including a vegetarian option that swaps rock shrimp for roasted mushrooms, a vegan alternative that uses vegetable broth and plant-based Parmesan, and a gluten-free version that replaces traditional arborio rice with gluten-free brown rice.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON BASIL SHRIMP RISOTTO



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, finely diced
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
About 5 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced, plus extra lemon zest, for garnish
2 tablespoons heavy cream
18 fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus extra for serving
Grated Parmesan, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook on both sides until opaque in the middle, about 3 minutes. Remove to a cutting board and cut in half. Set aside.
  • Return the skillet to the stovetop (do not wash it) and add the garlic and onion. Stir and cook until the onion starts to turn translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium low. Add the rice to the skillet and cook, stirring, for a couple of minutes, taking care not to burn it. Pour in the wine and stir. Once the wine is absorbed, begin adding the broth 1/2 to 1 cup at a time, allowing the rice to cook and absorb the liquid each time. Stir occasionally as you go and add the salt and pepper during one of the broth additions. After 4 cups of broth have been absorbed, taste the rice. It should have a slight bite, but if it seems undercooked, add additional broth for the rice to absorb and cook until the risotto is to your liking.
  • Add both the lemon zest and juice to the risotto towards the end of cooking. Stir in the heavy cream, shrimp and basil, then serve immediately with extra lemon zest and Parmesan cheese on top.

ROCK SHRIMP, TOMATO, AND LEEK RISOTTO WITH BASIL AND MEYER LEMON



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This is a sort of mating of my favorite Shrimp Scampi recipe with a recipe for a Mushroom Risotto that I really like (sans mushrooms though). It should be almost soupy.

Provided by Betty Rocker

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 leeks, divided
1 cup cream
1 large tomatoes, cut into small 1/4 inch dice or 5 -6 roma tomatoes
10 large basil leaves, cut into chiffonade divided
1 cup arborio rice
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup white wine, divided
2 large garlic cloves
3 -4 cups shrimp stock or 3 -4 cups chicken stock
1 lb fresh rock shrimp
3/4 cup frozen peas
1 meyer lemon
parmigiano-reggiano cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Carefully wash the leeks, then trim the root end and the tops just where they start to turn light green. Halve them longways, then check for mud and dirt again and rinse if necessary. Slice into thin half-moons, keeping the slices from one of the leeks separate from the other two.
  • Put the slices from two of the leeks into a small saucepan, cover with the cream, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then allow to simmer gently for about 10 minutes. Add tomato and continue to simmer.
  • Meanwhile, start the risotto. In a heavy-bottomed, medium-sized stock pot, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add leeks, and sauté over medium heat for a few minutes until softened and beginning to brown slightly.
  • Add rice and sauté for 2-3 minutes until coated with butter-leek mixture and beginning to toast. Add 2/3 cup wine and stir until wine is mostly absorbed. Add about 1/2 cup chicken or shrimp stock at a time, stirring frequently, waiting to add more stock until there's just a little bit of liquid left. Continue to add stock until the rice is cooked through and just barely firm in the center. Grate a bit of the Meyer lemon rind (from about 1/4 of the lemon) into the risotto, and season to taste.
  • Add 1/2 basil and peas to cream mixture and stir. Check seasoning, then pour into risotto and gently fold to combine with the rice.
  • Heat a large non-reactive skillet over high heat. Add 1 tbsp butter and melt, then add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until cooked through - about 2 minutes. Add shrimp to risotto, then return skillet to heat, melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter, then add the garlic cloves, pressing them through a garlic press. Sauté for just a few seconds, then pour in 1/3 cup wine to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Pour liquid into risotto, then squeeze 1/2 Meyer lemon on top and fold gently to combine.
  • Serve in shallow bowls, garnishing with a grating of Parmigiano-Reggiano and some of the basil chiffonade. Serve with the same wine you used to add to the risotto.

LEEK, MUSHROOM AND LEMON RISOTTO



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From Vegetarian: The Best-Ever Recipe Collection. I have substituted myzithra and pecorino romano for the parmesan, depending on my menu.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup leek
1 cup cremini mushroom
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons butter
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 3/4 cups arborio rice
5 cups fresh vegetable stock or 5 cups fresh chicken stock
1 lemon, juice and zest of
2/3 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
salt
fresh ground black pepper
lemon wedge
fresh Italian parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Wash the leeks well and slice. Wipe the mushrooms and slice.
  • Heat the olive oil in a saute pan. Add the leeks and mushrooms, cooking over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook another minute. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to the pan and saute the onion over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the arborio rice and cook for 1 minute. Add one cupful of fresh stock to the pan and cook gently, stirring occasionally; until all liquid is absorbed.
  • Continue stirring in one cupful of stock at a time, until each cupful is absorbed. This should take about 25 minutes. The risotto should by the end turn thick and creamy; the rice tender but not sticky.
  • Just before serving, stir in the leeks and mushrooms, the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice and zest, half of the cheese, and the fresh herbs.
  • Adjust seasoning, adding salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top, garnish with herb sprigs and lemon wedges. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.6, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 45.2, Sodium 366.3, Carbohydrate 77.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 13.6

LEMON AND LEEK RISOTTO



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I got this wonderful recipe from my sister-in-law when I was last visiting her. Although, they say that you should make risotto fresh, this was dang good the next day. So what do experts know, eh??!!

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 leek, finely chopped
2 shallots, chopped
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
2 lemons, zest of
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring the stock to a boil in a medium saucepan, cover, and keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat the butter and olive in a large saucepan.
  • Saute the leek and shallots over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 - 7 minutes. Add the arborio and white rice to the leek/shallot mixture and sauté, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium low, add 1 cup of the hot stock and stir frequently until absorbed.
  • Continue adding 1 cup of stock at a time, stirring, and waiting for it to be absorbed before adding the next measure. This will take 25-30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice and the parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and allow to stand for 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 1153.7, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2, Protein 13.5

LEEK RISOTTO



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Creamy italian rice dish that is served as a main course. This is a reduced fat version. I have reduced the amount of oil and cheese used, but you can also sprinkle parmesan over the top once it's served. We make this at least one a week. It's wonderful!

Provided by Lyndsay Knox

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups chicken stock or 6 cups chicken broth (48 fl oz)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups leeks, chopped
2 1/2 cups arborio rice (17.5 oz/545 g)
2/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pour the stock or broth into a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Keep liquid hot.
  • In a large, heavy saucepan over low heat, heat oil.
  • Add the leeks and saute about 5 minutes.
  • Add the rice and stir until white spots appear in the center of the grains, about 1 minute.
  • (It is very important to use Arborio rice!) Add the wine and stir until absorbed, about 2 minutes.
  • Add one ladleful of the hot stock or broth, adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed, about 2 minutes.
  • Continue adding the stock or broth, one ladleful at a time and stirring constantly, until the rice is just tender but slightly firm in the center and the mixture is creamy, 20-25 minutes longer.
  • Add the cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir to mix well.
  • Serve at once.
  • Makes 8 cups.

SHRIMP & TOMATOES IN SPICY BROTH



Shrimp & Tomatoes in Spicy Broth image

Make and share this Shrimp & Tomatoes in Spicy Broth recipe from Food.com.

Provided by la petite chef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon dry crushed red pepper
1/2 cup dry dry white wine
2 roma tomatoes, chopped reserve juice
4 ounces tomato juice
20 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup chopped basil
salt and pepper
bread, for dipping

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over med. heat.
  • Add Garlic, bay leaf, and crushed red pepper. Saute till garlic is tender, ~1 minute.
  • Add the wine and bring to a boil.
  • Add tomatoes and juice, lower to simmer. Sim until tomatoes break down and flavors blend, ~10 minutes.
  • Add Shrimp and basil to the summering broth. Sim until the shrimp are cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Divide into bowls and serve with bread!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 85.8, Sodium 264.6, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 11.1

SHRIMP AND LEEK RISOTTO



Shrimp and Leek Risotto image

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

Provided by r8brito

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 small leeks or 1 large leek
1 cup arborio rice or 1 cup carnaroli rice
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine, at room temperature
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced flat leaf parsley
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • Clean and prep the leeks by trimming the roots and dark green leaves from the stalks, then slit each in half lengthwise and thoroughly swish each half in a large bowl of water to remove any sand and sediment that might be stuck between the root layers, gently frilling them apart with your thumbs. Pat dry and slice each half into 1/8-inch thick half-moons.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer and keep warm over low heat.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat and add the olive oil. Add the leeks and garlic, and sprinkle a pinch of kosher salt evenly over the vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to caramelize.
  • Add the rice and stir well for 2 minutes to gently toast.
  • Stir in the wine and simmer until nearly evaporated.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the warm chicken broth to the rice and stir gently and frequently until most of the liquid is absorbed. Continue to add broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring as the rice continues to cook and absorb liquid.
  • After 15-20 minutes, most of the broth should be absorbed and the rice should taste tender and chewy but slightly firm to the bite. There will still be a good amount of sauce in the pan with the rice; risotto isn't fluffy and dry like a pilaf, but retains a slightly soupy texture.
  • Before you add your last ladleful of broth, stir in the shrimp to cook through as the liquid is absorbed.
  • Season the risotto with salt and pepper to taste, stir in the remaining butter, the Parmesan, parsley, and chives, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.5, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 651.4, Carbohydrate 51, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 9.1

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before starting, gather all the ingredients and equipment needed. This will ensure a smooth cooking process.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish. Always opt for fresh, ripe produce and high-quality seafood.
  • Pay attention to the cooking time of the rice: Arborio rice is a medium-grain Italian rice that is commonly used in risotto. It has a high starch content, which helps to create a creamy texture. Cook the rice according to the package instructions, stirring frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • Gradually add the stock: Add the stock to the rice in small increments, stirring constantly. This will allow the rice to absorb the liquid evenly and prevent it from becoming too soupy.
  • Stir constantly: Stirring the risotto frequently is essential to prevent it from sticking to the pan and to ensure that it cooks evenly. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently stir the rice.
  • Use a flavorful stock: The stock you use will greatly impact the flavor of the risotto. Use a homemade stock or a high-quality store-bought stock. You can also use a combination of stocks to create a more complex flavor.
  • Add the vegetables and seafood at the right time: The vegetables and seafood should be added to the risotto towards the end of the cooking process. This will ensure that they are cooked through but still retain their texture and flavor.
  • Finish with butter and cheese: When the risotto is cooked, stir in a knob of butter and some grated Parmesan cheese. This will add richness and creaminess to the dish.
  • Serve immediately: Risotto is best served immediately after it is cooked. It can be garnished with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.

Conclusion:

Rock shrimp, tomato, and leek risotto with basil and Meyer lemon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create this restaurant-quality dish at home. So next time you're looking for a special meal to impress your friends or family, give this rock shrimp risotto a try!

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