Scallop Risotto

Steps9

1. 1

   Step 1. Season the scallops

   Season the scallops with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Step 2. Sear the scallops

   Heat olive oil in the pan and sear the scallops until golden on each side, then set aside.

3. 3

   Step 3. Sauté the mushrooms

   Sauté the sliced mushrooms in the pan until browned, then season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Step 4. Cook the shallot and garlic

   Cook the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic in the pan until softened.

5. 5

   Step 5. Toast the rice

   Add the arborio rice to the pan and stir until the grains are toasted.

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   Step 6. Add the stock

   Add the warm stock to the rice a ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed.

7. 7

   Step 7. Combine mushrooms and rice

   Stir the sautéed mushrooms into the risotto.

   Arborio rice
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   Step 8. Finish with butter and parmesan

   Stir in the butter and grated parmesan until creamy.

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   Step 9. Plate with scallops

   Spoon the risotto onto plates, top with the seared scallops and sprinkle with chopped chives.