Risotto with shrimp and avocado salad

6 servings

40 minutes

Shrimp risotto with avocado salad is a refined dish of Italian cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood and the creamy texture of risotto. Italians traditionally prepare risotto by gradually evaporating broth to achieve the perfect consistency for Arborio rice. White wine adds a sophisticated acidity, while Parmesan provides richness. Shrimp adds fresh sea notes. Avocado, known for its buttery texture, transforms into a fragrant salad with tomatoes and shrimp in this recipe, beautifully complementing the main dish. This duet offers a balance of flavors – richness and freshness, creaminess and crunchiness. Risotto is served hot, garnished with parsley and grated Parmesan, while avocado serves as an elegant side dish. This dish is a true delight that turns an ordinary dinner into a gastronomic journey through Italy.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 2471.2
• Proteins: 24.2g
• Fats: 240.8g
• Carbohydrates: 45.4g

Ingredients

• Arborio rice: 300 g
• Shrimps: 400 g
• Avocado: 2 pc
• Tomatoes: 2 pc
• Butter: 70 tbsp
• Dry white wine: 150 ml
• Bouillon: 1 l
• Onion: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Chopped parsley: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Clean the onion, chop it finely, and sauté it in a saucepan with butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Butter: 70 tablespoons

2. Rinse the rice and add it to the onion. Sauté for a couple of minutes over low heat, stirring constantly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Arborio rice: 300 g

3. Add wine to the rice. Evaporate it over low heat, stirring regularly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry white wine: 150 ml

4. Once the wine evaporates, add broth (vegetable, fish, chicken, or from a cube) one cup at a time and let it evaporate. There's no need to cover the saucepan. This will take about 10-15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bouillon: 1 l

5. 5-7 minutes before the rice is ready, add 300 g of shrimp and salt to taste, if the broth was not salty.

   Required ingredients:

   • Shrimps: 400 g
   • Salt:  to taste

6. If a liter of broth evaporates before the rice is ready, add a little wine, broth, or hot boiled water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry white wine: 150 ml
   • Bouillon: 1 l

7. Add grated Parmesan cheese to the finished dish and mix. Leave some cheese for garnish before serving.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g

8. Avocado salad: cut the avocado in half, hit the pit with a spoon to remove it easily. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and cut it into cubes. Add diced tomatoes and 100 g of boiled shrimp. Mix, add salt and spices to taste, and place back into the avocado skin.

   Required ingredients:

   • Avocado: 2 pieces
   • Tomatoes: 2 pieces
   • Shrimps: 400 g
   • Salt:  to taste

9. Beautifully arrange the risotto, sprinkle with grated parmesan and parsley. Place avocado with salad nearby.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
   • Chopped parsley: 1 tablespoon