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Indulgent Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto: A Decadent Delight

This creamy lobster risotto combines the rich flavors of seafood with a velvety texture, perfect for a special occasion.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood stock
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: chop onion, garlic, and lobster.
  2. Heat chicken or seafood stock in a saucepan over low heat.
  3. Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic.
  4. Toast Arborio rice in the pot for about 2 minutes.
  5. Deglaze with dry white wine, stirring until absorbed.
  6. Add warm stock gradually, stirring frequently, until rice is al dente (18-20 minutes).
  7. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until creamy.
  8. Fold in lobster meat, lemon juice, and zest; season with salt and pepper.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure stock is warm before adding to the risotto.
  • Stir continuously for best texture.
  • Can adjust consistency with additional stock or cream.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: lobster risotto, creamy risotto, seafood risotto, Italian recipes