Description
Lobster Risotto is a luxurious, creamy dish that brings the flavors of the ocean to your table. With tender pieces of succulent lobster combined with rich Arborio rice, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. The aroma of garlic and fresh herbs will fill your kitchen as you create a gourmet meal that’s surprisingly easy to make. Get ready for a delightful culinary journey that will elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 4 cups warm vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Chop shallots and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté shallots until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in the Arborio rice and toast for about 2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until absorbed.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until each addition is absorbed.
- When rice is al dente (approximately 18-20 minutes), fold in the cooked lobster meat and stir in grated Parmesan until creamy.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg