Description

Savor the delightful flavors of Champagne Risotto with Brown Butter Scallops. This dish combines tender scallops with a creamy risotto, making it an ideal choice for a quick, elegant dinner. Simple to prepare with fresh ingredients, it’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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12 large fresh sea scallops
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 cup arborio rice
4 cups chicken broth, preferably low-sodium
1/2 cup white wine, such as sauvignon blanc
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh herbs such as parsley or chives for garnish
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking the scallops

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Instructions

Heat chicken broth in a saucepan over low heat to prepare the risotto base.
Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped shallots and minced garlic, sautéing for about 2 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup of Arborio rice, cooking for 1-2 minutes until slightly translucent.
Pat dry the scallops and season them with salt and black pepper.
In another skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Place the scallops in the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Remove the scallops and set them aside.
In the skillet previously used for scallops, lower the heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to brown it.
Return to the risotto, adding 1/2 cup of white wine and stirring until mostly absorbed.
Gradually add warm chicken broth a ladle at a time, stirring frequently for about 18-20 minutes.
Mix in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve the risotto on plates, topped with scallops and drizzled with brown butter.

Notes

For extra flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
Make sure scallops are dried thoroughly for a good sear.
You can substitute white wine with extra chicken broth if needed.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 600
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 100mg