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Italian Shrimp and Scallop Risotto

A creamy and delicious Italian risotto with shrimp and scallops.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 0.5 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 0.5 lb scallops
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup white wine
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions 

  1. Heat the chicken broth in a saucepan and keep it warm.
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion and garlic, cook until soft.
  4. Add the Arborio rice, stir to coat the rice with oil and butter.
  5. Pour in the white wine, stir until absorbed.
  6. Add a ladle of warm broth to the rice, stir until absorbed. Repeat until the rice is creamy and cooked.
  7. In another pan, cook the shrimp and scallops until done.
  8. Stir the cooked shrimp and scallops into the risotto.
  9. Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Risotto, Seafood
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