Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto
Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto is a sumptuous seafood dish that brings together creamy Arborio rice, tender lobster meat, and a bright splash of fresh lemon juice. This elegant risotto is not only perfect for impressing dinner guests but also an indulgent treat for cozy nights at home. With its rich flavors and delightful aroma, this recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups fresh lobster meat, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium shallot, finely diced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Warm the chicken broth in a saucepan over low heat.
- 2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the shallots until soft (about 3 minutes).
- 3. Add Arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- 4. Gradually add warm broth one cup at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed (about 20 minutes).
- 5. Once creamy, fold in lobster meat, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese; stir well.
- 6. Serve immediately with additional parsley as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg