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Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto

Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto: A Luxurious Comfort Dish

Experience the luxurious flavors of Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto, combining creamy Arborio rice and tender lobster for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Essential for creamy texture
  • 4 cups Warm Seafood Broth Chicken broth works as alternative
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Adds acidity to enhance flavors
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with Pecorino Romano
For the Lobster
  • 1 lb Lobster Can use shrimp as substitution
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For cooking lobster
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for best flavor
For the Zest and Freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the dish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Zest For added flavor

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients and heat seafood broth in a separate pot over low heat.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet, add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Add lobster pieces to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright red and opaque.
  4. Remove lobster from skillet, leave butter in the pan, and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter and Arborio rice; sauté for about 2 minutes.
  6. Start adding warm broth to rice, ½ cup at a time, stirring gently for 6-8 minutes.
  7. Continue adding broth gradually, about ½ cup every 2-3 minutes, until rice is al dente.
  8. Once creamy, stir in cooked lobster, remaining butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese.
  9. Let the risotto rest for a minute before serving in bowls, garnishing with herbs or lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Letting the risotto sit briefly enhances the overall taste.

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