Orzo pasta with tomatoes and shrimp, cooked risotto-style

Name: Orzo pasta with tomatoes and shrimp, cooked risotto-style
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 1 dash olive oil; 9 oz peeled shrimp, raw/frozen; 1 dash olive oil; 1 yellow onion (≈ 1 cup chopped); 1 garlic clove; 1 tsp rosemary; 1 tsp paprika; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; 12 oz orzo pasta; 1⅔ cups tomato pulp; 4 cups vegetable broth (±)

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Main Dish

Very Easy

40 min

480 Kcal

Risotto-style orzo with shrimp is a creamy, comforting dish that makes a delicious change from classic risotto. Slowly cooked in a broth flavored with tomato, rosemary and paprika, the orzo becomes perfectly tender and full of aroma. The shrimp add a delicate seafood note, making this recipe warm, flavorful and easy to prepare. A simple yet indulgent meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Materials

1 large skillet or Dutch oven

Preparation

Preparation10 min

Cook time30 min

Cook the shrimp in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil.
Set them aside when they turn a bright pink.
Sauté the finely chopped onion and the flattened or crushed garlic clove in a drizzle of olive oil.
Add the rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper, and sauté everything for a few minutes.
Add the pasta and tomato pulp, and stir everything together over low to medium heat for about 3 minutes.
Add a ladleful of broth to the mixture and stir. When the pasta has absorbed the broth, add more and repeat the process several times.
When the dish is almost done cooking, add the broth again, along with the cooked shrimp, and remove the garlic clove if you added it, crushed.
Remove the pan from the heat when the pasta is cooked al dente (you may not use all of the broth: this is normal).
Serve piping hot and enjoy! You can also add some parmesan (only if you are not Italian ;-) ! ).

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FAQ ❓

What makes risotto-style orzo different from traditional risotto?

Risotto-style orzo uses orzo pasta instead of Arborio rice, resulting in a creamy texture while being quicker to prepare.

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, frozen shrimp work perfectly; just ensure they are thawed before cooking for even results.

What can I substitute for vegetable broth?

You can use chicken broth or even water with added seasonings for a different flavor profile.

How do I know when the orzo is cooked al dente?

You'll have to try and decide if you want to add more broth ;-).

Can I add vegetables to this dish?

Absolutely! Spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini can be added for extra nutrition and flavor.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g

Calories: 480Kcal

Carbo: 59.2g
Total fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 1.7g
Proteins: 31.5g
Fibers: 5.4g
Sugar: 4.6g
ProPoints: 12
SmartPoints: 13

Nutritional information for 1 serving (524g)

Cookware

burner

Attributes

Keep refrigerated

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Juliette Hess

I have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
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