Creamy Shrimp Cauliflower Risotto Recipe

Name: Creamy Shrimp Cauliflower Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: unsalted butter; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 24 ounces frozen cauliflower rice, thawed; 2 shallots, diced; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 cups chicken broth; 4 ounces cream cheese; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; salt; pepper; freshly grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, plus more for garnish; lemon wedge, for serving

Servings: persons

unsalted butter
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
24 ounces frozen cauliflower rice, thawed
2 shallots, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt
pepper
freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
lemon wedge, for serving

1
Heat a small heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoon butter and let melt. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon and cook until just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate, cover with aluminum foil and set aside.
2
Add 3 tablespoons of butter of the pot and let melt. Add shallot and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Let cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the cauliflower rice and cook 2-3 minutes.
3
Add 1 cup of the chicken broth and simmer on medium high until the moisture has been absorbed by the cauliflower. Add 1/2 cup of broth and let absorb. Repeat without remaining 1/2 cup broth.
4
Lower heat to medium and add the cream cheese, parmesan and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
5
Add the cooked shrimp and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through.
6
Garnish with more parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

581

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: unsalted butter, 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 24 ounces frozen cauliflower rice, thawed, 2 shallots, diced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Shrimp Cauliflower 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.

Creamy Shrimp Cauliflower Risotto

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