Coastal Harmony: Risotto ai Frutti di Mare
Risotto ai Frutti di Mare is a luxurious Italian dish combining creamy Arborio rice with a rich assortment of seafood, perfect for special occasions or a gourmet dinner.
Equipment
- Large Pan
- Medium Pot
- Ladle
- Wooden Spoon
- Fine grater
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
- 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams, squid, scallops) cleaned and prepared
- 4 cups seafood bisque broth warmed
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- a pinch saffron threads
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp mascarpone cheese
- zest of 1 lemon
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, warm the seafood bisque broth and saffron over low heat.
- In a large pan, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil. Sauté the seafood until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until soft. Add the Arborio rice, stirring until lightly toasted.
- Pour in the white wine and cook until absorbed by the rice.
- Gradually add the warmed broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the liquid is absorbed before adding more. Continue until the rice is al dente.
- Stir in the cooked seafood, Parmesan cheese, and mascarpone. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Serve the risotto hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Ensure the seafood is not overcooked to maintain its delicate texture. Stir the risotto constantly to achieve a creamy consistency without burning the rice. Adjust the amount of broth based on the rice's absorption rate.
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 5mg
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