Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo
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4.7
Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo
Description
This recipe pairs orzo pasta and broccoli boiled together until al dente, then sautéed briefly with garlic in olive oil. Separately, shrimp are cooked in a combination of melted butter and olive oil, seasoned with salt, pepper, and optionally red pepper flakes for mild heat.
The shrimp are tossed with lemon juice and fresh parsley, then combined with the orzo and broccoli. Parmesan cheese added at the end brings a subtle savory richness. The dish features a pleasing contrast between the tender shrimp and slightly firm pasta and vegetables.
Cooking stages include reserving some pasta water to adjust moisture levels, resulting in a lightly sauced but cohesive dish. The straightforward preparation highlights the freshness of the ingredients.
Ingredients
- 5 ounces orzo pasta or gluten-free pasta, uncooked
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 3 cups broccoli florets no stems, fresh, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 pound Shrimp tails removed, peeled and deveined jumbo
- kosher salt fresh, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- black pepper fresh, to taste
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- lemon juice juice from 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
- Parmesan Cheese for serving, grated
Instructions
- 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.
- Drain orzo and broccoli in a colander and add the oil to the pot over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and cook until golden, 30 seconds. Return the drained orzo and stir to combine all.
- Add 1/4 cup of the reserved liquid, or more as needed and cook 1 minute, stirring.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet melt butter and oil over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp and season with 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes, flip, then add another 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and add red pepper (if using), lemon juice, and parsley. Toss to evenly coat.
- To serve, divide the shrimp and sauce over 3/4 cup orzo.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 282 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4oz shrimp 3/4 cup pasta | |
| Calories | 282kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 20.5g | 7% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 180mg | 60% |
| Sodium | 251.5mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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