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Mediterranean Shrimp & Orzo Skillet


Ingredients

1 pound (500g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

salt, to taste

freshly cracked black pepper to taste

1/4 cup olive oil

1 roasted red pepper, diced

4-5 garlic cloves, grated

2 cups hot chicken broth

2-3 tablespoons lemon juice

crushed red pepper flakes

1 cup orzo pasta

2 scallions, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

feta cheese for serving

Instructions

Season the shrimp on both sides with salt and pepper.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil. Sear the shrimp for a minute on each side and then transfer them to a plate.


Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the orzo to the skillet. Cook until toasted. 1-2 minutes.


Add the garlic and warm through until fragrant.


Add the lemon juice and broth, diced red pepper, and season with salt and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.


Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with the lid. Simmer for 12 minutes.


Add the shrimp to the skillet and warm through 2-3 minutes.


Garnish with parsley, scallions, and feta cheese.


Description

This is a lovely meal made in one pan.


Servings

2-3 generous


Notes

This is quick and delicious. I reduced the lemon juice to the 2 tablespoons but suggest even less or eliminating it.


Source

Dimitras Dishes


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