Shrimp Risotto with Rosemary Infused Sea Salt
This shrimp risotto is creamy, simple, and finished with the herbaceous flavor of Rosemary Infused Sea Salt. Arborio rice cooks slowly with vegetable stock until tender, then butter adds richness and shrimp brings a sweet seafood finish. Rosemary Sea Salt ties the dish together by seasoning both the risotto and the shrimp, giving the bowl a savory herbal note without needing a long ingredient list. Serve it as a cozy seafood dinner with a green salad, roasted vegetables, or a crisp white wine.
Ingredients:
For the risotto:
1 tbsp of oil
1 tbsp of onions, finely diced
2 tbsp of celery, finely diced
3 oz of arborio rice
1 ¼ cup of vegetable stock
Rosemary sea salt to taste
1 oz of butter
For the shrimp:
1 tbsp of oil
2 oz of shrimps
Rosemary Sea Salt to taste
Why Rosemary Infused Sea Salt Works in This Recipe:
Rosemary Infused Sea Salt works with shrimp risotto because rosemary’s herbal aroma cuts through the butter and creamy rice while still pairing gently with seafood. Seasoning the shrimp and risotto separately helps the flavor stay balanced. Add the salt gradually near the end so the stock reduction does not make the dish too salty.
Instructions:
In a hot pan, add oil and start by frying the onions and celery
After 1 minute you can add in the arborio rice and mix
Cook for 30 more seconds and then start adding the vegetable stock gradually - 2 ladles at a time
Each time the rice absorbs the liquid - add two more ladles
At the end you should get a creamy textured risotto
Now add in the butter, season with rosemary sea salt, and mix until melted
Cook the shrimps with oil, and season with rosemary sea salt - cook them for 3 minutes
Serve the risotto and top with the cooked shrimps
FAQ:
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes. Thaw and pat dry before cooking so the shrimp sear instead of steaming.
Q: Can I use chicken stock instead of vegetable stock?
A: Yes, but vegetable stock keeps the seafood and rosemary flavors cleaner.