Ingredients and Weight:
- Arborio rice: 2 cups (400g)
- Chicken broth: 4 cups (1L)
- Dry white wine (optional): 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Butter: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Onion, chopped: 1 medium-sized (120g)
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves (10g)
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined: 1 lb (450g)
- Frozen peas: 1 cup (120g)
- Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup (50g)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (out of 5)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Set your Instant Pot to the "Sauté" function. Add butter and onion and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add garlic and rice and stir for a minute.
- If using, pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well.
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to "High Pressure" for 10 minutes.
- After the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
- Open the lid and stir in the shrimp and peas. Close the lid again and pressure cook for 2 minutes on "High Pressure."
- Quick-release the remaining pressure.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and flavorful risotto with tender shrimp and peas
- Easy-to-make using an Instant Pot
- Suitable for a luxurious dinner or special occasion
User Comments:
- "This risotto is absolutely delicious! The shrimp gives it a great seafood flavor, and the peas add a nice pop of color."
- "I'm not a big fan of risotto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible."
- "Perfect dish for a romantic date night or a special occasion. The presentation is beautiful and the taste is divine."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have dry white wine, you can substitute with water or extra chicken broth.
- You can add other vegetables to the risotto, such as diced carrots, bell peppers, or zucchini.
- To make the risotto gluten-free, use brown rice instead of Arborio rice.