Orzo Shrimp Recipe

LemonGarlic Shrimp over Orzo with Zucchini

WEBApr 19, 2024 · Cook and stir 2 minutes or just until shrimp are opaque. Stir in 2 Tbsp. of the lemon juice. Remove mixture from skillet; cover to keep …

1. Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Rinse shrimp; pat dry. Using a vegetable peeler, remove zest from one of the lemons and cut into thin slivers. Squeeze 1/4 cup juice from 1 1/2 lemons. Set the remaining lemon half aside.
2. Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting any salt and fat; drain.
3. In a 10-inch nonstick skillet heat 1 Tbsp. of the oil and the butter over medium-high. Add shrimp, 2 of the garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp. of the salt, and the crushed red pepper. Cook and stir 2 minutes or just until shrimp are opaque. Stir in 2 Tbsp. of the lemon juice. Remove mixture from skillet; cover to keep warm.
4. In skillet heat the remaining 1 Tbsp. oil over medium-high. Add zucchini, shallots, pepper, and the remaining garlic clove and 1/4 tsp. salt. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until zucchini is light brown, stirring occasionally. Add the water, rosemary, and the remaining 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, stirring to scrape up crusty brown bits. Stir in cooked orzo; heat through.

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Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo Skinnytaste

WEBMar 11, 2019 · Instructions. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta and broccoli and cook according to package directions for …

1. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta and broccoli and cook according to package directions for al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup liquid before draining.
2. Drain orzo and broccoli in a colander and add the oil to the pot over medium heat.
3. Add the garlic and cook until golden, 30 seconds. Return the drained orzo and stir to combine all.
4. Add 1/4 cup of the reserved liquid, or more as needed and cook 1 minute, stirring.

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