Shrimp risotto with asparagus - ASC North America

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 2 shallots, chopped
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus extra as needed
• 5 saffron strands
• 1 lb asparagus
• 1 red onion, finely sliced
• ½ bunch chives, chopped
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper