Description
Lobster risotto is a sumptuous dish that brings a taste of luxury right to your dining table. This creamy and indulgent recipe combines tender pieces of fresh lobster with rich Arborio rice, creating a velvety texture that will leave your taste buds dancing. Infused with aromatic garlic, hints of white wine, and finished with freshly chopped herbs, this risotto is the perfect centerpiece for special occasions or cozy dinners at home. Impress your guests or treat yourself to this gourmet delight that’s surprisingly easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup fresh lobster meat (cooked)
- 4 cups chicken or seafood broth (heated)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (like parsley), for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the broth in a saucepan over low heat.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add Arborio rice, stirring until coated and translucent around edges.
- Deglaze with white wine and let it absorb completely.
- Gradually add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more; cook until rice is al dente.
- Fold in cooked lobster meat, Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. - Stir constantly to achieve creaminess. - Customize by adding seasonal vegetables or other seafood.