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Step 1
In a deep pot, saute the red snapper bones and half the garlic in half the olive oil.
Step 3
Add lemon juice and stock, bring to the boil. Lower heat and gently simmer for 45 minutes, skimming regularly. Strain, return to a clean pan and keep at a simmer on the stove top.
Step 5
Cut snapper fillets into four 150g pieces, using a sharp knife score the skin at 1cm intervals.
Step 7
Heat remaining olive oil in another saucepan over low heat for 1 minute. Add shallots and remaining garlic and cook gently for 4 minutes until they are translucent. Add rice and stir through, coating rice with oil, then cook over high heat for a further 2 minutes.
Step 9
Add Prosecco, cook until wine has evaporated.
Step 11
Slowly add the hot stock to the rice, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously for about 15-20 minutes. The rice will absorb the stock and form a creamy texture.
Step 13
You will need to cook the snapper before the risotto is ready.
Step 15
Heat a little extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat for 2 minutes. Season snapper on both sides and add to pan, skin side down. Gently press the top of each piece of fish with a spatula for 10 seconds, so the skin of the fish is flat against the base of pan – this will make skin crisp.
Step 17
Cook fish for about 7 minutes on the skin side, turn over and cook again for a further 2 minutes depending on thickness. Set aside to rest for 1-2 minutes.
Step 19
When risotto is ready, add butter and season. Cover and let risotto rest for 2 minutes, before stirring in the butter.
Step 21
Divide the risotto among four serving plates and top with a snapper fillet.