Description
Lobster risotto is an indulgent dish that combines creamy Arborio rice with succulent lobster, creating a restaurant-quality meal perfect for special occasions or intimate dinners at home.
Ingredients
- Arborio rice
- Fresh lobster tails
- Chicken or seafood broth
- Shallots
- Dry white wine
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (like parsley)
- Butter
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté shallots until translucent.
- Add Arborio rice, stirring to coat in butter, and toast for a few minutes until nutty.
- Pour in white wine, stirring until mostly evaporated.
- Gradually add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously for about 20 minutes until rice is al dente.
- Gently fold in cooked lobster meat and Parmesan cheese for creaminess.
- Stir in lemon zest and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 515
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap lobster with shrimp or scallops for a different flavor. Enhance flavors by adding herbs like dill or tarragon. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.