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Risotto with Red Lentils, Shrimp, and Lemon

Name: Risotto with Red Lentils, Shrimp, and Lemon
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: italienne
Ingredients: 150 g Red lentils; 300 g Shrimp; 1 piece Leek; 1 piece Lemon; 200 ml Crème fraîche; 80 g Parmesan; 50 g Butter; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 800 ml Vegetable broth; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Pepper

An Italian-inspired risotto combining red lentils with shrimp, brightened with fresh lemon and a creamy sauce for an elegant, delicate dish.

37 min4 servings380 kcalDifficulty: Medium

Ingredients

150 g Red lentils
300 g Shrimp
1 piece Leek
1 piece Lemon
200 ml Crème fraîche
80 g Parmesan
50 g Butter
2 tbsp Olive oil
800 ml Vegetable broth
1 tsp Salt
0.5 tsp Pepper

Instructions

Step 1
Heat the broth in a saucepan and keep it at a gentle simmer.
Step 2
Slice the leek and cook it in butter in a skillet for 3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the red lentils and cook for 2 minutes, stirring.
Step 4
Gradually pour in the broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly for 15-18 minutes until the lentils are cooked.
Step 5
Sear the shrimp in a skillet for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
Step 6
Stir in the crème fraîche, grated Parmesan, and lemon juice into the risotto. Mix well.
Step 7
Spoon the risotto into shallow bowls and arrange the shrimp on top.

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