Description
A creamy and flavorful Lobster Risotto with a hint of lemon and thyme, perfect for a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the broth over low heat. Keep it warm but not boiling.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until the rice is slightly translucent.
- Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is mostly absorbed.
- Begin adding the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is mostly absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue this process for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is creamy and al dente.
- Stir in the cooked lobster meat, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and let the risotto sit for a minute. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- To enhance the flavor, consider adding a splash of heavy cream for a richer texture.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the lobster with sautéed mushrooms and use vegetable broth instead of chicken or seafood broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg