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How To Cook Orzo
Learn how to cook orzo 2 different ways with my easy tutorial. You can use orzo in different recipes including soups and salads. It's so versatile and easy to make.
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
170 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
Method 1: Boiling
- Fill a saucepan with water and bring it to a boil. Add in the salt and orzo.
- Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the orzo is fully cooked.
- Drain into a colander and rinse the orzo with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Drizzle with olive oil and give it a good stir. This will keep the orzo from sticking together.
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Method 2: Toasting
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Toast the orzo for 5 minutes so it starts smelling nutty.
- Add in the salt and 2 cups of water. Bring to a simmer and then turn the heat to medium low.
- Cover the pan and cook the orzo on medium low for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
Notes
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for 4 days. Reheat in a pan with 1 tablespoon water over medium heat.
- You can freeze cooked orzo in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
- If using gluten free orzo, check the instructions on the box since the water ratio could be different.
Nutrition Information
Calories
170kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Sodium
293mg
(12%)
Potassium
84mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
8mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 170kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.