Baked Prawn Risotto - Prawn Recipes

 Baked Prawn Risotto is a delightful one-dish meal that combines the flavors of creamy risotto with succulent prawns. This oven-baked version simplifies the traditional stovetop method while still delivering a delicious and comforting dish. Here's a recipe for you to try:

How to prepare. 

Baked Prawn Risotto - Prawn Recipes 

Ingredients:

➤1 cup Arborio rice

➤1 pound (450g) large prawns, peeled and deveined

➤1 onion, finely chopped

➤2 cloves garlic, minced

➤4 cups chicken or vegetable broth

➤1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)

➤1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

➤1/4 cup heavy cream

➤2 tablespoons butter

➤2 tablespoons olive oil

➤Salt and black pepper, to taste

➤Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Sauté the Aromatics:

In an oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

3. Add the Rice:

Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for a couple of minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and coated with the onion and garlic mixture.

4. Deglaze with Wine (Optional):

If using white wine, pour it into the skillet and stir until the liquid is mostly absorbed.

5. Add Broth:

Gradually add the chicken or vegetable broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the liquid to be absorbed before adding more. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked to your desired level of doneness. This usually takes about 18-20 minutes.

6. Stir in Cheese and Cream:

Once the rice is cooked and creamy, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Mix until the cheese is melted and the risotto is rich and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7. Prepare the Prawns:

While the risotto is cooking, prepare the prawns. You can season them with a bit of salt and pepper. You can also sauté them quickly in a separate pan with a bit of olive oil until they're just pink and opaque.

8. Add Prawns to Risotto:

Gently fold the cooked prawns into the creamy risotto, distributing them evenly.

9. Bake:

Place the skillet or casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the prawns are fully cooked and the top of the risotto is slightly golden.

10. Serve:

Remove the baked prawn risotto from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve it warm and enjoy your comforting and flavorful meal!

Baked Prawn Risotto is a wonderful option for a special dinner or when you want to impress guests with a restaurant-quality dish. The oven-baking method eliminates much of the constant stirring required for traditional risotto, making it a convenient yet delicious option