Basil And Seafood Risotto Recipe

Name: Basil And Seafood Risotto Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 375 gm Arborio rice, (12oz); 1 med Onion, roughly minced; 1 x Clove garlic, finely minced; 1 lt Vegetable stock, (1 3/4 pint); 1 x Red pepper, deseeded and roughly minced; 1 med Aubergine, roughly minced and salted to extract the bitter juices; 1 x 400 gram pac frzn seafood salad, defrosted; 5 Tbsp. Fresh basil, roughly minced; 2 Tbsp. Fresh parsley, finely minced Salt and freshly grnd black pepper; 25 gm Unsalted butter, (1oz)

Servings: persons

4 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
375 gm Arborio rice, (12oz)
1 med Onion, roughly minced
1 x Clove garlic, finely minced
1 lt Vegetable stock, (1 3/4 pint)
1 x Red pepper, deseeded and roughly minced
1 med Aubergine, roughly minced and salted to extract the bitter juices
1 x 400 gram pac frzn seafood salad, defrosted
5 Tbsp. Fresh basil, roughly minced
2 Tbsp. Fresh parsley, finely minced Salt and freshly grnd black pepper
25 gm Unsalted butter, (1oz)

1
Preheat 1 Tbsp.
2
of the oil and add in the rice, onion and garlic, heat for 2 min, stirring to prevent the rice from burning.
3
Add in the warm vegetable stock gradually allowing the rice to absorb the liquid slowly.
4
Reduce the heat, simmer the rice adding more liquid when necessary.
5
Rinse and dry the aubergine.
6
In another pan, heat the remaining 3 Tbsp.
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of oil and fry the pepper and aubergine for 3-4 min, then add in these to the rissotto.
8
Add in the seafood 2-3 min before the rice is cooked (see pack for length of cooking time).
9
Just before serving add in the herbs, butter and season to taste.
10
NOTES : Herbs and seafood and arborio rice combine to give a tasty risotto.

38427

kcal

Calories

615

Fat

7426

Carbs

666

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, 375 gm Arborio rice, (12oz), 1 med Onion, roughly minced, 1 x Clove garlic, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Basil And Seafood Risotto Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!