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 hearts of palm, perfect for a practical meal.
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Ingredients
1 chopped tomato, seeded
Chopped parsley to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup heart of palm, chopped
6 tablespoons arborio or carnaroli rice
200 g shrimp, peeled, cleaned, and fresh or frozen
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 teaspoon chopped onion
Chopped parsley to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup heart of palm, chopped
6 tablespoons arborio or carnaroli rice
200 g shrimp, peeled, cleaned, and fresh or frozen
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 teaspoon chopped onion
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh or frozen shrimp, hearts of palm (often sold in jars or cans), and arborio rice at local supermarkets or specialized food markets. Vegetable oil, aromatics, and fresh produce are available at any grocery store or fresh produce stall.
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 almost disappears.
- Repeat the process, adding broth little by little, until the rice is al dente and creamy.
- In the final minutes, add the tomato, heart of palm, peas, and the reserved shrimp.
- Mix well, adjust 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 looking for a practical option packed with flavor, 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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