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Easy Seared Scallops with Mushroom Risotto

A luxurious yet simple dish that combines perfectly seared scallops with creamy mushroom risotto.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup salted butter Split into two portions for cooking.
  • 12 to 14 small mushrooms Sliced, e.g., shiitake, white, or cremini.
  • to taste salt
  • 1 large shallot Finely chopped for flavor.
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic Minced for aroma and taste.
  • 1 cup arborio rice Essential for creamy risotto consistency.
  • 1 cup dry white grape juice Like pinot grigio, adds acidity and depth.
  • 4 cups vegetable stock For cooking the rice perfectly.
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese Optional, but recommended for richness.
  • 16 to 20 large scallops The star of the dish, fresh is best!
  • high smoke point cooking oil Such as avocado oil for searing scallops.
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter For finishing the scallops' sauce.
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons capers Rinsed, adds a briny punch to the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup white grape juice Enhances the sauce's flavor profile.
  • 1 to 2 lemons zest Brightens up the dish wonderfully.
  • 1 lemon juice Adds freshness and acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill For garnish and flavor enhancement.
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley Finishing touch to add color.

Method
 

  1. Prepare all ingredients in advance and organize them for quick access.
  2. Melt 1/4 cup salted butter in a pan, add mushrooms, shallots, and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in arborio rice and cook for a minute, then add dry white grape juice and vegetable stock gradually, stirring frequently until creamy.
  4. In a separate pan, heat oil and sear scallops for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Finish scallops with butter, capers, white grape juice, lemon zest, and juice.
  6. Serve scallops over the risotto, garnished with dill and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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