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Seafood Risotto (Risotto ai Fruitti di Mare)

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Introduction

Risotto is an Italian classic known for its creamy texture. Our Seafood Risotto, or “Risotto ai Fruitti di Mare,” infuses the traditional risotto base with a delightful array of seafood and fresh ingredients that promise to tantalize your taste buds.

Tips for this recipe

  • To achieve the perfect consistency, adjust the rice cooker’s settings as needed during cooking.
  • Keep a close eye on your risotto; frequent stirring ensures even cooking and prevents stickiness.
  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor in this seafood-infused dish.

Why you will love this recipe

This Seafood Risotto is not just a meal; it’s an experience. The delicate balance of flavors from the fresh seafood, the richness of Parmigiano-Reggiano (if using), and the creamy texture make this dish irresistible. It celebrates the ocean’s bounty in every spoonful, guaranteed to please even the most discerning palate.

Ingredients

  1. 2 1/2 cups fish or vegetable stock
  2. 1/3 cup olive oil
  3. 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  4. 1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup)
  5. 1 1/3 cups Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice
  6. 1/2 cup dry white wine

Adviced equipments

  • Electric Rice Cooker
  • Stainless Steel Saucepan with Lid
  • Silicone Whisk Set
  • Serving Platter with Suitable Grip
  • High-Quality Chef’s Knife
  • Set of Measuring Cups and Spoons

History of the recipe

Risotto, a staple in Northern Italy, has been evolving for centuries. Originating from Milanese cuisine, it was made with Arborio rice and slowly cooked to creamy perfection. The addition of seafood, like clams, mussels, squid, and scallops, reflects the coastal regions’ bountiful resources, giving rise to variations such as “Risotto ai Fruitti di Mare.”

Fun facts about this recipe

Did you know that Risotto is often considered a second-class food? Yet it’s an essential part of Italian cuisine! The dish takes pride in its simplicity, using just rice and broth to create depth. Furthermore, “Risotto ai Fruitti di Mare” showcases how seafood risotto can be both comforting and innovative, blending the ocean’s treasures with a culinary tradition that spans generations.

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Seafood Risotto (Risotto ai Fruitti di Mare)

Seafood Risotto (Risotto ai Fruitti di Mare)

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Equipment

  • - Electric Rice Cooker

  • - Stainless Steel Saucepan with Lid

  • - Silicone Whisk Set

  • - Serving Platter with Suitable Grip

  • - High-Quality Chef's Knife

  • - Set of Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups fish or vegetable stock

  • 1/3 cup olive oil

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup)

  • 1 1/3 cups Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

  • 8 small clams, such as Manila

  • 8 mussels, scrubbed and debearded

  • 4 ounces squid, cleaned and cut into thin rings

  • 4 medium sea scallops

  • 1/2 cup peeled, crushed, and seeded plum tomatoes

  • 1/2 cup loosely packed chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic

  • 1 tablespoon brandy

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, optional

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • N/A freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

In a small saucepan, warm the fish or vegetable stock. Keep warm.
2

Instruction 2

In a large saucepan over moderately low heat, warm the olive oil. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and the onion, and sauté, stirring occasionally, until tender (there should be no color), about 5 minutes. Add the rice and toast lightly for 1 minute without letting the rice or onion take on any color.
3

Instruction 3

Add the wine and cook until almost completely absorbed. Add most of the stock (it should come about 1/2 inch above the rice) and bring to a simmer. Cook the risotto, stirring occasionally, until the rice has absorbed some of the liquid, about 8 minutes.
4

Instruction 4

Add the clams, mussels, squid, scallops, and tomatoes, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the seafood is cooked and the rice is al dente, about 6 minutes more. As the rice continues to absorb the liquid, add more as needed.
5

Instruction 5

Remove the risotto from the heat and add the parsley, garlic, brandy, olive oil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, if using, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir well to release the starches and make the risotto creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
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