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Salmon Risotto

A creamy, quick salmon risotto that comes together in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, with flaky salmon and fresh herbs folded into rich, comforting rice.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
650
Protein
35g
Salmon Risotto
comfortingItaliansalmoncreamyflakyweeknightmain coursedinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a medium saucepan, bring the 3 cups broth to a simmer over medium heat. Keep it warm on low heat while you cook the rice.

  2. Step 2

    In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the 1 cup arborio rice and toast, stirring, until the edges turn translucent, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Ladle in the warm broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until each addition is mostly absorbed before adding more, until the rice is creamy and tender, about 18 minutes total.

  4. Step 4

    Meanwhile, season the 8 oz salmon with the 1/2 tsp salt. In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, until it flakes easily with a fork. Remove and flake into chunks.

  5. Step 5

    Stir the flaked salmon, remaining 1 tbsp butter, and the 1/4 cup chopped parsley into the risotto. Cook for 1 minute until heated through, then serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • small skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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