Brazilian recipe
Easy Creamy Shrimp Risotto
A creamy and flavorful shrimp risotto prepared with pantry staples like arborio rice, shrimp, and heart of palm for a practical and delicious meal.
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Ingredients
1 tomato, seeded and diced
Fresh parsley, chopped to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup heart of palm, sliced
6 tablespoons Arborio or Carnaroli rice
200g shrimp, peeled and deveined, fresh or thawed
1/2 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
1 teaspoon onion, finely diced
Fresh parsley, chopped to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup heart of palm, sliced
6 tablespoons Arborio or Carnaroli rice
200g shrimp, peeled and deveined, fresh or thawed
1/2 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
1 teaspoon onion, finely diced
Where to find ingredients
Find shrimp and fresh vegetables in the refrigerated seafood and produce aisles. Heart of palm is typically located in the canned vegetable or international foods aisle. Arborio rice is found in the pasta and grains section.
Preparation method
- Heat the oil in a saucepan 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.
- Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the rice and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add a ladle of hot stock or water and cook, stirring until the liquid has almost been absorbed.
- Repeat the process, adding stock gradually, until the rice is al dente and creamy.
- During the last few minutes of cooking, stir in the tomato, heart of palm, peas, and the reserved shrimp.
- Mix well, season with salt and pepper to taste, and finish with chopped parsley.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Observations
Shrimp risotto is a classic dish that pairs the delicate texture of creamy rice with the bold flavor of shrimp. Perfect for those seeking a convenient yet gourmet option, this recipe uses accessible ingredients and simple techniques. The process involves cooking the rice until al dente, sautéing aromatics and seafood, and finishing with components that provide a rich, velvety mouthfeel. It is an excellent choice for a special lunch or dinner, winning over diners with its sophisticated taste and ease of preparation.
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