Who said gourmet dinners are only for those with a Michelin star? Not us! Get ready to impress your taste buds (and anyone who dares to join you at the dinner table) with this quick and easy Seafood Risotto recipe that screams “I’m fancy, but I’ve got places to be!” 🍤✨
### Ingredients:
– 3 (15-ounce) cans Bar Harbor® Fish Stock (because we like our stock rich and plentiful!)
– 1 (15-ounce) can Bar Harbor® Seafood Stock (for that extra seafood lovin’)
– 2 tablespoons butter (the magic ingredient, obviously)
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic in oil (because everything’s better with garlic)
– 1/2 small onion, minced (not too much drama, just enough flavor)
– 1 pound (2-1/2 cups) short-grain rice (Arborio is best; it’s Italian, so it must be good!)
– 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese (cheesy goodness galore)
– 1 (10.5-ounce) can Bar Harbor® Lobster Bisque (a little extra oomph)
– 1 cup cooked peas (for the color and a hint of healthiness—wink wink)
– Salt and black pepper to taste (season it like you mean it!)
– 8 oz. fresh or frozen shrimp, coarsely chopped (the pièce de résistance!)
### Instructions:
1. **Get Your Stocks in Line:** In a pot, combine the fish stock and seafood stock. Bring it to a gentle simmer and keep it warm. This is where the magic begins!
2. **Butter Up:** In a separate large skillet or pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Toss in the minced garlic and onion. Sauté until fragrant and your kitchen smells like heaven—about 3 minutes.
3. **Rice to Meet You:** Add the Arborio rice to the pan, stirring it around so it gets all cozy with that buttery goodness for about 2 minutes. You want each grain to be glistening with flavor.
4. **Stock It Up:** Gradually ladle in about a cup of your warm stock into the rice mixture, stirring constantly. Keep adding stock, one cup at a time, letting the rice absorb each addition before adding more. This should take about 18-20 minutes—perfect time for an impromptu dance break!
5. **Cheesy Affair:** Once the rice is al dente and creamy, stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and dreamy. Then pour in the lobster bisque and mix well.
6. **Peas Please:** Fold in those lovely cooked peas and season your masterpiece with salt and pepper to taste.
7. **Seafood Love:** Gently fold in the coarsely chopped shrimp meat like you’re cradling a baby—carefully but lovingly!
8. **Serve it Up:** Plate your Seafood Risotto with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan on top if you’re feeling extra sassy.
### Voilà!
Dinner’s ready in no time! Who knew you could whip up something so decadent without breaking a sweat? Now sit back, relax, and enjoy your restaurant-quality meal without ever leaving home! 🥂🍽️
You can find all of our flavorful seafood bisques online in our SHOP.