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Greek Orzo with Shrimp and Feta

A simple and flavorful recipe that's sure to be a favorite.

Prep Time
12 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled if you use frozen, defrost the night before
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 large minced garlic clove
  • 1 shot ouzo
  • 1-2 chopped tomatoes or about 6-8 ounces canned chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chopped basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • ½ pound uncooked orzo
  • 2-3 ounces crumbled feta cheese.
  • Salt/Pepper

Instructions

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  1. In a pot boil the shrimp for about 4 minutes in plenty of water. Remove from water and save at least 2 cups of water
  2. In another deep pan or pot heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant about 1 minute. Add the shrimp and sauté for about 2 more minutes.
  3. Add the shot of ouzo and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the tomatoes, and let it come to a boil.
  5. Now add the 2 cups of the water from the shrimp, the orzo, ½ teaspoon of salt, pepper, the parsley and basil.
  6. Let it simmer until the orzo has absorbed all the water (about 10 minutes) and is soft like a risotto. Check often and add more water as needed.
  7. Serve with crumbled feta on top or you can mix the feta in the whole dish.