Shrimp Orzo In Lemon Garlic Sauce
Make this quick and easy Shrimp Orzo pasta tossed in a bright Lemon Garlic Sauce! A light, flavorful skillet meal ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
list of ingredients, with precise measurements:
For the Dish:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta (uncooked)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided (Recipe lists 2 tbsp, instructions imply maybe more – using 4 total as 2+implied 2)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (Recipe lists 3 in header, 4 in list – using 4)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (low sodium recommended)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or extra broth)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Lemon slices
- Extra fresh parsley
(Note: The recipe header listed 8oz pasta, but the method description references 1 cup, which is closer to 6-7oz dry depending on shape; ingredient list above uses 1 cup orzo per ingredient list in previous prompt. Clarifying quantities based on common ratios or specific source might be needed if available.) I will proceed assuming 1 cup uncooked orzo (~6-7 oz). Correction: Re-reading the prompt, it only lists 8oz penne for a different recipe. This one says 1 cup orzo. Proceeding with 1 cup.
Have garlic minced, lemon zested/juiced, and parsley chopped before starting
Instructions
Let’s cook this bright and flavorful pasta dish:
1. Cook the Orzo:
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil.
- Add the 1 cup of uncooked orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (tender but still slightly firm).
- Drain the cooked orzo well and set it aside.
2. Sauté Garlic (and optional spice):
- While pasta cooks or just after, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and the optional red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant. Be very careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season them with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, just until they turn pink, opaque, and curl slightly. Do not overcook!
- Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet using tongs or a slotted spoon and set them aside on a plate.
4. Make the Pan Sauce:
- To the same skillet (keep the flavorful bits!), pour in the 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth and the 1/2 cup of dry white wine (if using).
- Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to scrape up any tasty browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly and concentrate the flavors.
5. Combine Everything:
- Return the cooked shrimp (and any juices from the plate) to the skillet with the sauce.
- Add the drained, cooked orzo pasta to the skillet.
- Toss everything together gently until the shrimp and orzo are well coated with the lemon garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, just to heat everything through.
6. Final Touches and Serving:
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if needed.
- Serve the Shrimp Orzo hot, garnished with extra fresh parsley and fresh lemon slices.
A delicious skillet meal ready in about 30 minutes!
Find it online: https://cookupjoy.com/shrimp-orzo-in-lemon-garlic-sauce/