
Exotic Italian Risotto with Saffron & Seafood
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups Arborio rice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pinch Saffron threads
- 1 cup White wine
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 500 grams Mixed seafood (prawns, mussels, clams)
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add in the Arborio rice, stirring to coat in the oil and garlic. Cook until the rice becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with the white wine, stirring constantly until the wine is fully absorbed by the rice.
- Add in the saffron threads, stirring well to distribute the color and flavor through the rice.
- Gradually add in the vegetable broth, one cup at a time, stirring constantly until the liquid is absorbed before adding more.
- Once all the broth is absorbed and the rice is al dente, add in the mixed seafood. Cook until the seafood becomes opaque and fully cooked through.
- Stir in the butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy your exotic Italian Risotto!