Croatian Dalmatian Red Risotto Fishermans Risotto

Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Adriatic with Croatian Dalmatian Red Risotto, also known as Fisherman’s Risotto. This irresistible seafood dish embodies the essence of coastal Croatia, combining the creamy comfort of Arborio rice with the briny depth of shrimp, mussels, and calamari. Highlighting fresh tomatoes, a touch of dry white wine, and the vibrant flavors of paprika and lemon juice, this one-pot recipe is as bold as it is comforting. Lovingly simmered in seafood stock and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this risotto achieves a perfectly creamy texture with every ladle added. Ideal for a romantic dinner or a festive gathering, this stunning dish brings a taste of Dalmatia’s culinary heritage right to your table. Ready in just under an hour, it’s perfect for anyone seeking the authentic flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 2 medium fresh tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 cups Arborio rice
• 0.5 cups dry white wine
• 6 cups seafood stock
• 1.5 pounds mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, calamari)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and garlic. Add them to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Grate or finely chop the fresh tomatoes and add them to the skillet, stirring well to combine.

Step 4

Mix in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 5

Add the Arborio rice to the skillet, stirring to coat the grains with the tomato mixture. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the rice slightly.

Step 6

Pour in the dry white wine and stir constantly until it is mostly absorbed by the rice.

Step 7

Gradually add the seafood stock, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Allow each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. This process should take about 20-25 minutes.

Step 8

While the rice is cooking, clean and prep your mixed seafood (peel shrimp, scrub mussels, and slice calamari).

Step 9

About 10 minutes before the rice is fully cooked, add the mixed seafood to the skillet. Stir gently to ensure even cooking.

Step 10

Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and lemon juice. Continue stirring as the seafood cooks and the flavors meld together.

Step 11

Once the rice is tender and creamy, and the seafood is cooked through (mussels should open, shrimp should turn pink, and calamari should be opaque), remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 12

Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the risotto and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wedge on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3050.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1787.3

Total Fat 58.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 7591.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 158.5g	0%

Vitamin D 680.4IU	0%
Calcium 541.8mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 3848.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 32.6%