Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate sweetness of scallops with the creamy richness of risotto, all while being elevated by the celebratory effervescence of Champagne. This dish, featuring succulent seared scallops atop a bed of perfectly cooked arborio rice, is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of Champagne adds a touch of elegance and sophistication, making this dish perfect for special occasions or a romantic dinner. Alongside the main recipe, you'll also find variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including a vegetarian option with roasted butternut squash and a gluten-free version using cauliflower rice.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAKED PEACH-CHAMPAGNE RISOTTO WITH SCALLOPS
This Baked Peach-Champagne Risotto with Scallops is just as creamy and dreamy as the stove-top kind, but it requires NO stirring! Delicately flavored with peach, champagne and chives, this risotto is to die for delicious!
Provided by Cheyanne Holzworth
Categories entree Main Course
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400°F.
- Heat a 3 -4 quart stock pot or wide Dutch oven, with a tight fitting lid, over medium - medium/low heat and warm the Butter. Add the shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and season with a few pinches of salt (about 1/8th tsp) and cook for 30 seconds -1 minute, until aromatic.
- Increase the heat to medium and add the rice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted and every grain is coated with Butter, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add ½ cup of the Champagne and cook for 2 minute, until Arborio starts to look creamy in texture. Stir in the broth, increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a rapid simmer (this will take about 2 minutes).
- Cover the pot, transfer to the oven and bake, stirring once halfway through, until the rice is tender and the liquid is almost absorbed, about 25 minutes.
- While Risotto is baking, Sauté the Scallops. Heat Oil in a Cast iron skillet (or nonstick sauté pan) over medium high heat. Season Scallops with Salt and Pepper. Sauté 2 minutes (don't move them or touch them as they are cooking, you want to develop a nice crust on the outside), flip and cook an additional 1 ½ to 2 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F. Remove from pan, transfer to a plate and set aside. (Optionally - remove scallops to a cutting board. Cut scallops in ½ or 3rds and set aside.)
- Reduce heat to medium low. Add butter, and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan. Once melted, add the (1/4th cup) champagne. Scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pan using a whisk and bring sauce to a boil. Cook until reduced to desired consistency. (I reduced mine for about 4 minutes). Remove sauce from heat and set aside.
- Transfer Risotto to the Stove top. Over low heat, stir the remaining 1/4 cup Champagne into the risotto, then stir in the cheese.
- Remove from heat and stir in ½ and ½. Taste and adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
- To serve: spoon the risotto into warmed bowls, top with sautéed Scallops, reserved sauce, and garnish with Chives and additional Parmigianino, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 718 kcal, Carbohydrate 68 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Sodium 733 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SCALLOP RISOTTO WITH CHAMPAGNE
Make and share this Scallop Risotto With Champagne recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mince green onions, separating white parts and tops, set aside.
- Place broth in a small saucepan, bring a simmer, do not boil.
- Keep warm over low heat.
- Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray, and place over medium heat until hot.
- Add butter and white parts of onions, cook until tender.
- Add rice, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add champagne, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered 5 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed.
- Add 1/2 cup warm broth, cook 5 minutes,stirring occasionally, until liquid is nearly absorbed.
- Add remaining broth, and cook 5 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in onion tops, water, and scallops, cook an additional 5 minutes or until mixture is creamy.
- Rice will be slightly firm.
- Serve immediately.
RISOTTO WITH WILD MUSHROOMS AND SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Place a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle with a 2-count of oil. When the oil is hot, sprinkle the scallops with salt and pepper and brown well on both sides, about 2 minutes. Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm while you make the risotto.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Drizzle in another 2-count of olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes until soft. Toss in the mushrooms and herbs and cook until the mushrooms lose their liquid and are lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the rice and stir 2 minutes to coat with the oil; the grains will turn opaque. Season again. Stir in the wine and cook 1 minute to evaporate the alcohol.
- Now pour in 1 cup of the warm stock and stir with a wooden spoon until the rice has absorbed all of the liquid. Add another cup of stock. Continue in this way, stirring constantly and adding the stock 1 cup at a time, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. (You may not need all of the stock; the risotto is done when it is slightly firm but creamy.) Fold in the scallops with the last cup of stock to warm them up. When the risotto is cooked, fold in the butter and cheese, and drizzle with a little more olive oil. Serve hot. Garnish with parsley.
CHAMPAGNE RISOTTO WITH SCALLOPS
Provided by Pati D'Eliseo
Categories Champagne Cheese Rice Shellfish Valentine's Day Dinner Parmesan Seafood Scallop Winter Anniversary Bon Appétit Oregon Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; sauté 1 minute. Add rice; sauté 2 minutes. Add Champagne; simmer until almost all liquid evaporates, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Add 1 can broth; simmer until rice is almost tender, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Add scallops; simmer until scallops are cooked through and rice is tender but still firm to bite and mixture is creamy, adding more broth if too thick and stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
SEARED SCALLOPS WITH BASIL RISOTTO
There's just something about the caramelized crust and meaty interior of scallops that makes them the perfect protein. They also have a naturally delicate flavor, so it's important to let them shine with a simple seasoning of salt and pepper. However, that means whatever scallops are served with has to take the lead with big, bold taste. Cue basil-pineapple risotto! Once you make risotto with pineapple juice, you'll be hard pressed to go without it ever again. If you're looking to wow guests with a meal they'd be likely to find in a five-star restaurant, then this is your dish.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Categories Summer Risotto Rice Pineapple Basil Scallop Seafood Pescatarian Dinner Soy Free Tree Nut Free Peanut Free Parmesan
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the pineapple juice and broth in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover with a lid and remove from the heat.
- Heat the butter in a large saucepan set over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
- Add a ladle of the hot juice mixture to the saucepan and cook, stirring, until the liquid is fully absorbed. Continue adding the hot liquid to the saucepan, one ladle at a time and stirring intermittently, until the rice is no longer crunchy, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, then turn off the heat and stir in the basil. Set aside, covered, while you cook the scallops.
- Pat the scallops dry, then season with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a medium skillet set over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add half the scallops and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes. Flip the scallops once, then tilt the skillet and baste them with the oil. Continue cooking the scallops an additional 1 minute, until no longer translucent. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining scallops, adding more oil as needed.
- Divide the risotto among serving plates and top with the scallops.
- Garnish with microgreens and serve.
SCALLOP RISOTTO
Provided by Wanna Make This?
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the stock in a medium saucepan over medium heat; lower the heat so the stock stays warm without simmering.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 1 minute. Add the rice, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is coated and fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the wine and cook, stirring constantly, until completely absorbed, about 1 minute.
- Ladle about 1/4 cup hot stock into the risotto and cook, stirring, until absorbed. Continue to add the stock in additions of about 1/4 cup, gradually working up to 1/2-cup additions, stirring until absorbed before adding more. Continue adding broth and stirring until the rice is tender and creamy, about 18 minutes. (You may have leftover stock, or may need to add a little water if you run out; this will depend on your rice.)
- While the rice cooks, trim the woody end of the asparagus off and cut the stalks into 3/4-inch pieces.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the asparagus, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the Parmesan, lemon juice and lemon zest, stirring until the risotto is creamy. Add a splash of water to loosen, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Heat a medium nonstick skillet over high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook, undisturbed, until browned and crisp on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the scallops and continue to cook until just cooked through, about 1 more minute. Transfer to a plate.
- Divide the risotto between bowls and top with the scallops; sprinkle with chives and more Parmesan.
Tips:
- To ensure the best flavor, use high-quality scallops. Fresh or frozen scallops can be used, but if using frozen, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Sear the scallops quickly over high heat to get a nice golden-brown crust. This will help to lock in the flavor and prevent them from becoming tough.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the scallops. This will cause them to steam instead of sear, resulting in a less flavorful dish.
- Use a good quality champagne for the risotto. A dry champagne will work best, as it will not overpower the other flavors in the dish.
- Stir the risotto frequently while it is cooking. This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan and will also help to release the starch from the rice, which will create a creamy sauce.
- Add the scallops to the risotto towards the end of the cooking time. This will help to prevent them from overcooking and becoming tough.
- Garnish the risotto with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
Scallop risotto with champagne is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of tender scallops, creamy risotto, and flavorful champagne creates a dish that is sure to impress your guests. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you are looking for a special meal to make, give this scallop risotto with champagne a try. You won't be disappointed!
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