Asian Risotto
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4
🍽️ Yield: Not specified
Description:
This Asian-inspired risotto is a fusion of bold flavors, combining the creamy comfort of traditional risotto with vibrant Pacific Rim ingredients. Packed with succulent shrimp, aromatic garlic and ginger, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crunchy pine nuts, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to culinary bliss. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner with loved ones, this dish is both comforting and exotic, offering a unique twist on a classic favorite. Adapted from a recipe discovered at a local grocery store, this rendition adds a touch of creativity to your dinner table.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Arborio rice |
| 5 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Shiitake mushrooms |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1 | Ginger (thumb-sized) |
| 3/4 lb | Fresh shrimp |
| 3 1/4 cups | Chicken broth |
| 1/4 cup | Dry sherry |
| 2 tbsp | Soy sauce |
| 1/2 | Red bell pepper |
| 1/3 cup | Pine nuts |
| 1/2 cup | Cilantro leaves |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 513.2
- Fat: 24.6g
- Saturated Fat: 10.2g
- Cholesterol: 145.6mg
- Sodium: 1724.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 47.9g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 22.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the shiitake mushrooms and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes, then remove them to a plate.
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Sauté Aromatics: In the same saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the ginger and garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Cook Rice: Stir in the Arborio rice and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes.
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Prepare Shrimp and Broth: In another saucepan, combine the shrimp, chicken broth, dry sherry, and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove the shrimp to a bowl.
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Cook Rice (Continued): Add about a third of the hot broth mixture to the rice. Cook over medium heat until the broth is absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 2 or 3 times. Continue adding a third more of the broth mixture and stirring until the rice is still firm but not raw tasting, approximately 25 minutes.
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Incorporate Ingredients: Stir in the sautéed mushrooms, diced red bell pepper, toasted pine nuts, and cooked shrimp. Heat the mixture through for about 4 more minutes.
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Finish and Serve: Stir in the fresh cilantro leaves and serve the risotto right away.
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Optional Toasting of Pine Nuts: To toast the pine nuts, you can either pan-toast them or toast them in a preheated 325°F oven until golden, being careful not to burn them.
Enjoy this delightful Asian Risotto, bursting with bold flavors and creamy textures, for a memorable dining experience that’s both comforting and exotic!
