8-10asparagus stalks,ends trimmed and stalks diced
1cupgrated parmesan cheese,plus more for serving
1shallot,minced
2garlic cloves,minced
1small yellow onion,diced
1tbspolive oil
2tbspsunsalted butter,divided
1/4cupdry white wine,or cooking wine
3tbspsfresh chopped parsley
1/2tspgarlic powder
salt and pepperto taste
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Instructions
Heat 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (I love my Staub 12" skillet for this)*. When the oil is shimmering, add the shrimp and cook for 4-5 minutes, flip and cook another 2 minutes or until the shrimp have turned opaque.
When the shrimp are finished cooking, transfer them to a plate and add the remaining butter to the skillet with the onions and shallots. Sauté until the onions soften and begin to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and continue sautéing for about 2 more minutes.
Meanwhile, bring the bone broth and water to a boil in a saucepan.
Add the white wine and deglaze the pan, scraping any brown bits off the bottom. Then add the arborio rice and stir until the rice is fully coated in the juices. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes, tossing frequently to make sure it doesn't burn.
Add a ladleful of broth, stir and wait until it's absorbed before adding more, stirring gently and almost constantly. When you have used up half the broth, season the risotto with the garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. Continue adding broth until the rice is creamy, tender to the bite, but slightly firm in the center. Total time should be about 25-30 minutes from the time you started
When all the liquid is absorbed, mix in the parmesan cheese and asparagus, and add the shrimp back to the pan.
Divide the risotto and shrimp between bowls and serve. Garnish with more parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
If you're using a cast iron for this recipe, use medium heat and lower if needed.