Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Butter Poached Lobster Risotto. Creamy, rich, and packed with succulent lobster, this Italian-inspired dish is a true showstopper that will impress any seafood lover.
Ingredients
For the Risotto:
- Arborio rice – 1 1/2 cups
- Unsalted butter – 3 tablespoons
- Shallots, finely chopped – 2 small
- Garlic, minced – 2 cloves
- Dry white wine – 1/2 cup
- Chicken or seafood broth, warmed – 5 cups
- Grated Parmesan cheese – 1/2 cup
- Heavy cream – 1/4 cup
- Fresh parsley, chopped – 2 tablespoons
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
For the Butter-Poached Lobster:
- Cooked lobster meat, chopped – 1 cup
- Unsalted butter – 3 tablespoons
- Lemon zest – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Risotto: In a skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté shallots until translucent, then add garlic. Stir in rice, toast lightly. Pour in wine, cook until absorbed. Gradually add warm broth, stirring until creamy and tender.
- Butter-Poached Lobster: Melt 3 tablespoons of butter, poach lobster for 3-4 minutes. Once risotto is ready, add lobster, Parmesan, cream, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Combine well.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh lobster meat for best flavor.
- Add lobster stock or clam juice for a richer taste.
- Stir constantly for a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 38 grams
- Saturated Fat: 22 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 48 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
