Shrimp Scampi Style Risotto Recipes

SHRIMP SCAMPI-STYLE RISOTTO

Steps:

• Heat a wide-bottomed skillet over medium heat, coating with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, or enough to fully coat the surface. Add the shrimp and a pinch of salt and pepper. Do not stir at first. You want to brown the shrimp on one side. When the shrimp has browned lightly on one side and begins to turn pink, stir and cook another minute more, until the shrimp is just pink but not fully cooked. Remove from heat and let drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
• Add another tablespoon or two of olive oil to the skillet. Add the rice and stir until the rice becomes coated in the oil and turns translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the wine, garlic, and 1 3/4 teaspoons of salt. Stir until the liquid mostly evaporates.
• Add water one cup at a time, stirring frequently between additions. Add the next cup of water when the previous liquid is almost evaporated.
• After the last addition of water, add the shrimp back to the pan and cook, stirring. Add the butter, pepper, and parsley. Stir to combine. Taste for seasoning. The rice should be al dente and creamy.PRO TIP: The texture should be a bit loose. Rather that sit upright in lump form on a plate, the risotto should hold together, but spread slightly in a bowl. If the risotto is not there, add a bit more water and stir vigorously.
• Spoon into pasta bowls and garnish with parsley and a wedge of lemon. Serve immediately.

SHRIMP SCAMPI RISOTTO

Steps:

• Make the clam broth: Combine 4 1/2 cups water, the clam juice, lemon zest and parsley stems in a saucepan. Smash 3 garlic cloves and add to the pan along with the shrimp tails. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
• Meanwhile, chop the onion and remaining 3 garlic cloves. Heat 2 tablespoons butter and the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt; cook 30 seconds. Add the rice and cook until it starts to toast, 2 minutes. Add the wine, scraping up any browned bits, and cook until absorbed, about 3 minutes.
• Strain the clam broth, then return to the saucepan and keep warm over low heat. Add 3 cups clam broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the rice and cook, stirring, until mostly absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Add 3 more cups clam broth and simmer, stirring, until the rice is just tender and the liquid is thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the shrimp in the last 2 minutes of cooking and cook until opaque.
• Remove the risotto from the heat and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, the lemon juice and most of the chopped parsley. Add enough clam broth until creamy; season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with the remaining parsley.

INSTANT POT® SHRIMP SCAMPI RISOTTO

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function to heat the pot. Add butter and olive oil. Add shallot and garlic to the pot once butter has melted; saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add Arborio rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and mix well. Cancel Saute function.
• Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Allow pressure to naturally release for 25 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes.
• Unlock and remove the lid. Add frozen shrimp and white wine. Do not stir. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Garnish risotto with a squeeze of lemon juice and parsley.