Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Easy Seared Scallops with Mushroom Risotto, a dish that effortlessly combines elegance and simplicity. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy family meal, this recipe showcases succulent scallops seared to golden perfection, paired with creamy mushroom risotto that melts in your mouth. In just under an hour, you can create a gourmet experience right in your kitchen, making it ideal for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. With its rich flavor profile and impressive presentation, this dish is sure to delight anyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 12 to 14 small mushrooms (shiitake, white, or cremini), sliced
- 1 large shallot, finely chopped
- 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 1 cup dry white wine (like pinot grigio)
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 16 to 20 large scallops
- Salt and high smoke point cooking oil (e.g., avocado)
- Fresh dill and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté mushrooms in half the butter until golden; set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook shallots and garlic until fragrant, then stir in arborio rice and toast briefly.
- Add wine and gradually incorporate warm vegetable stock while stirring continuously.
- Pat scallops dry, season with salt, and sear in a hot skillet with oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Finish risotto by mixing in sautéed mushrooms along with capers, lemon zest, juice, dill, and parsley.
- Serve risotto topped with seared scallops and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg