Shrimp & Scallop Risotto 🍤🦪🍚 Creamy, Elegant, and Seafood-Lover’s Dream

This dish pairs tender shrimp and scallops with creamy, Parmesan risotto for an elegant and comforting meal. It’s indulgent enough for special occasions yet approachable for a cozy night in.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the risotto

• 1½ cups Arborio rice
• 4 cups chicken or seafood stock, warmed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion or shallot, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup dry white wine
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

For the seafood

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lb sea scallops (about 12–16 large)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Step 1: Cook the risotto base

In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and Arborio rice, toasting 1–2 minutes.

Step 2: Deglaze and simmer

Add white wine, stirring until absorbed. Gradually add warm stock, ½ cup at a time, stirring frequently and allowing liquid to absorb before each addition. Continue until rice is creamy and tender, about 18–20 minutes.

Step 3: Finish the risotto

Stir in Parmesan and butter. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm while cooking seafood.

Step 4: Cook the scallops

Pat scallops very dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 5: Cook the shrimp

In the same skillet, add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.

Step 6: Combine and serve

Spoon risotto into bowls. Top with shrimp, scallops, and pan juices. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Flavor Variations

• Add peas or asparagus to risotto for extra freshness
• Stir in saffron with the broth for a golden, aromatic twist
• Swap Parmesan for Pecorino Romano for a sharper bite
• Add a drizzle of truffle oil for a luxurious finish

Pro Tips

• Warm stock is key — it keeps the risotto creamy without shocking the rice
• Stir frequently but not constantly; too much stirring makes it gluey
• Dry scallops very well to get that golden crust
• Serve immediately; risotto waits for no one!

Final Thoughts

Shrimp & Scallop Risotto is creamy, elegant, and comforting — a dish that turns simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Perfect for date nights, holidays, or any time you want a seafood showstopper.

Stir it. Sear it. Indulge in seafood elegance. 🍤🦪🍚

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