Prawn, Asparagus and Saffron Risotto Recipe

Name: Prawn, Asparagus and Saffron Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 14 ounces carnaroli rice; 4 shallots, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 pinches saffron threads; 2/3 cup white wine; 2 1/2 cups fish or vegetable stock; 10 green prawns, peeled and cleaned; 15 asparagus spears; 3 ounces butter; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves; Sea salt

Servings: persons

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
14 ounces carnaroli rice
4 shallots, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 pinches saffron threads
2/3 cup white wine
2 1/2 cups fish or vegetable stock
10 green prawns, peeled and cleaned
15 asparagus spears
3 ounces butter
1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves
Sea salt

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In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
2
Add in the rice and toast, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes.
3
Add the shallots, garlic, and saffron and saute everything together for 1 more minute.
4
Add the wine and without stirring, turn down the heat to medium-low and shake the pot every few minutes.
5
Once the wine has been reduced, add the stock 2/3 of a ladle at a time until liquid covers the rice completely.
6
Add few pieces of prawns and asparagus to get the flavor through during the cooking process for 12 to 15 minutes.
7
Add the rest of the prawns and asparagus the last 2 minutes if cooking.
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When the rice is still al dente, remove from heat.
9
Add in the butter and parsley, and season, to taste, with sea salt.
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Stir everything in together and serve.
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This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
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The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 14 ounces carnaroli rice, 4 shallots, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Prawn, Asparagus and Saffron 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.

Prawn, Asparagus and Saffron Risotto

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