Creamy Seafood Risotto Recipe

Name: Creamy Seafood Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups bottled clam juice; 2 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups arborio rice (10 ounces); Pinch of saffron threads; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 shallot, minced; 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, cut into thirds; 1/2 pound lump crab meat, picked over; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

Servings: persons

3 cups bottled clam juice
2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups arborio rice (10 ounces)
Pinch of saffron threads
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced
1/2 pound cooked shrimp, cut into thirds
1/2 pound lump crab meat, picked over
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

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1. In a medium saucepan, combine the clam broth and water and bring to a simmer. Keep warm.
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2. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring to thoroughly coat. Crumble the saffron into the wine and add it to the rice. Cook, stirring until the wine is absorbed. Add 1 cup of the warm clam juice and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until nearly absorbed. Continue adding the juice 1/2 cup at a time, and stirring constantly until it is nearly absorbed between additions. The risotto is done when the rice is al dente and suspended in a thick, creamy sauce, about 20 minutes total. Season with salt and pepper.
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3. Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the shallot and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and crab and cook until just heated through. Scrape the seafood into the risotto and stir in the parsley and mascarpone. Serve immediately.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups bottled clam juice, 2 1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Seafood Risotto 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.

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Creamy Seafood Risotto

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