This creamy lemon garlic butter scallop risotto tastes like luxury in a bowl — silky, rich, and low carb thanks to Qetoe Rice. Perfect for cosy nights or impressing guests without the carb crash.
Low Carb Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Scallop Risotto
08 November 2025
Low Carb Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Scallop Risotto
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A creamy low-carb risotto made with Qetoe Low Carb Rice and buttery lemon garlic scallops — indulgent comfort without the carbs.
Ingredients
- 2 packs Qetoe Low Carb Rice (180 g total)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter (plus 1 tbsp extra for scallops)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- ½ cup chicken or veggie stock
- ¼ cup cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 200 g scallops, patted dry
- Juice of ½ lemon + zest to serve
- Salt and cracked pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, to garnish
Directions
- Prepare Qetoe Rice using the absorption method — pour boiling stock or water to cover, cover with a lid, and let sit 5 minutes. Fluff gently.
- In a pan over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter with olive oil. Add shallot and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add cooked Qetoe Rice and pour in cream. Stir until creamy and glossy. Mix in Parmesan.
- In another pan, heat remaining butter on medium-high. Sear scallops 1 minute per side until golden.
- Squeeze over lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon risotto into bowls, top with scallops, drizzle with pan butter, and sprinkle with lemon zest and parsley.
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