Brazilian recipe
Creamy Shrimp Risotto Step-by-Step (Risoto de camarão)
A creamy and flavorful shrimp risotto, prepared with simple ingredients like rice, shrimp, and heart of palm, perfect for a practical meal.
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Ingredients
1 tomato, diced and seeded
Chopped parsley to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup hearts of palm, chopped
6 tablespoons Arborio or Carnaroli rice
200g shrimp, peeled, cleaned and fresh or frozen
1/2 cup fresh or frozen green peas
1 teaspoon onion, finely chopped
Chopped parsley to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup hearts of palm, chopped
6 tablespoons Arborio or Carnaroli rice
200g shrimp, peeled, cleaned and fresh or frozen
1/2 cup fresh or frozen green peas
1 teaspoon onion, finely chopped
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh shrimp, vegetables, and Arborio rice in local supermarkets or wet markets. Canned hearts of palm can be found in the international or gourmet section of most major grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the onion until translucent
- Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink and firm, about 3 to 4 minutes
- Set aside
- In the same pan, add the rice and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly
- Add a ladle of hot broth or water and cook, stirring until the liquid is almost absorbed
- Repeat the process, adding broth little by little, until the rice is al dente and creamy
- In the last few minutes, add the tomato, hearts of palm, green peas, and the reserved shrimp
- Mix well, adjust the salt and pepper, and finish with chopped parsley
- Serve hot, garnished with more parsley if desired
Observations
Shrimp risotto is a classic recipe that combines the smoothness of creamy rice with the distinct flavor of shrimp. Perfect for those seeking a practical yet flavorful option, this recipe uses accessible ingredients and simple techniques. The preparation involves cooking the rice until al dente, sautéing aromatics and shrimp, and finishing with ingredients that provide a creamy texture and an irresistible taste. Ideal for a special lunch or dinner, this shrimp risotto wins people over with its flavor and ease of preparation.
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