Sicily Salmon Risotto| creamy & citrusy

Sicily salmon risotto features creamy risotto, pan seared tender salmon fillet, lemony taste, fresh herbs, and bright, crispy asparagus.

You know that feeling when you are craving something that tastes like sunshine and happiness?

That is exactly what I was feeling a few weeks ago.

I was stuck in a groove and the only thing that could pull me out was a plate of something delicious.

So, I decided to take a trip to my favorite Italian cookbook, and that’s where destiny led me to this Sicilian Salmon Risotto.

Now, I have always loved risotto.

It is creamy, comforting, and oh-so-satisfying.

But this recipe was different.

It had a bright, sunny zest that made me feel like I was actually on a vacation in Sicily.

Alright foodies, gather round!

We’re about to dive into a dish that is practically begging to be called “Italian comfort food.”

Say hello to Sicily Salmon risotto, a creamy, citrusy masterpiece that will have your taste buds doing a happy dance.

Now, I know what you are thinking: Risotto? Isn’t that one of those fancy dishes that takes forever to make?

Well, I used to think the same thing.

Until I discovered the magic of Sicilian cooking.

See, they have this amazing way of taking complex dishes and simplifying them, making them accessible and bursting with flavor.

And this Sicily Salmon Risotto is a prime example of that.

The recipe itself is a love letter to Sicilian cuisine, with its emphasis on fresh seafood, zesty citrus flavors, and fragrant herbs.

It is a dish that perfectly embodies that Mediterranean feeling of warmth, abundance, and good living.

And the best part? It is easier to make than you think.

No fancy techniques or hours in the kitchen, just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of love.

So, are you ready to embark on a culinary journey to Sicily?

Grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

This Sicily Salmon Risotto is about to become your new go-to-recipe for weeknight dinners, weekend brunches, or any time you need a little bit of sunshine in your life.

Sicily Salmon Risotto

Ingredients You Need:

• 3 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 onion ( cut into small cubes)
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 pound fresh asparagus (trimmed and chopped into 1-inch pieces)
• 2 salmon fillets

Salmon and Asparagus Risotto Recipe

Blanch the asparagus in hot boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Drain the asparagus and set aside.

Save 4 cups of water in which you boiled asparagus earlier.

Now heat the cooking oil in pan and fry the asparagus for 2-3 minutes also sprinkle some salt while frying and set aside.

Heat 1 tbsp cooking oil in pan over medium heat.

Add onion and cook until translucent.

Onions should not get any color. Now add rice and cook stirring continuously until slightly translucent.

Now add one cup of broth and cook until it is completely absorbed.

Now add another cup of broth and cook until absorbed.

Add all cups of broth one by one like this and cook until rice are creamy. It will take about 20 minutes.

Also add salt and pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir in asparagus and cook for 2 minutes.

Now heat half tbsp oil and drop in salmon fillets in the pan.

Do not touch it for at least 3-4 minutes. It helps to develop a nice crust.

Once the bottom is crusty gently flip the sides of fillets and cook from other side also.

Divide the rice in two plates and place one fillet of salmon in each plate.

Garnish with parsley and basil, squeeze some lemon, and Enjoy!!

Salmon’s Sicilian Vacation

So there you have it, folks!

The grand finale of your culinary journey to Sicily, delivered right to your dinner table.

This Sicilian Salmon Risotto is like a warm hug on a chilly evening- comforting, flavorful, and totally satisfying.

We started with that vibrant burst of flavor from the asparagus, the secret weapon on this dish.

Remember to blanch those beauties just right, so they stay crisp and full of sunshine.

Then we coaxed out the creamy goodness of Arborio rice, whispering sweet nothings to it with the broth.

And let’s not forget the star of the show, the salmon, cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and a delicate flaky interior.

This risotto is not just a dish, it is an experience.

It is like taking a bite of the Mediterranean sunshine, all those bright flavors dancing on your tongue.

The lemon zest and juice add that tangy and refreshing twist that’s so characteristic of Sicilian cuisine.

And a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top? Pure magic.

So o forth and create your own Sicily Salmon risotto masterpiece!

Impress your friends, surprise your family, and let the sunshine of Sicily light up your dinner table.

And remember the secret ingredient? A little bite of love and whole lot of fun.

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Buon appetito!