Pumpkin And Shrimp Risotto Recipes

PUMPKIN AND SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Pour the chicken broth into a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Adjust the heat to keep the broth hot.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add the shallots and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent (about 5 minutes).
• Add the rice and stir well to coat.
• Add the wine and stir until the liquid is absorbed.
• Start to add the chicken broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the rice to absorb the broth before adding the next 1/2 cup.
• When all the broth has been added and absorbed (about 20 minutes), stir in the pumpkin, cheese and nutmeg. Reduce the heat to low.
• Heat the remaining tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over high heat.
• Add the shrimp and cook until just cooked through (about 2 minutes per side). Season with salt and pepper.
• Divide the risotto evenly between plates or pasta bowls and top with the shrimp. Sprinkle with the parsley as desired.

PUMPKIN RISOTTO

Steps:

• In a medium-size heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute, stirring continuously, just until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the rice and continue to stir, using a wooden spoon, to coat the rice with the oil.
• Add the white wine and continue cooking, stirring often, until it has been absorbed by the rice. Pour in enough chicken stock to cover the rice completely, about 3 cups, and continue to cook, stirring often, until all the liquid is absorbed.
• Pour in 1 cup more of the remaining stock and stir and cook until it has been absorbed. Repeat with 1 more cup. Add the remaining cup and cook, stirring, until the rice is al dente, tender but still very chewy, and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
• Stir in the pumpkin puree and the diced pumpkin and reduce the heat to very low so that the risotto doesn't simmer anymore. Stir in the Parmesan and butter to give the risotto a nice, creamy finish. Spoon it immediately into heated shallow serving bowls.