I had this idea to make this super easy bowl loaded with fresh, Mediterranean flavors! I started with some orzo and cooked it risotto style, low and slow, hence how this bowl got her title, “Orzotto”. I toasted the orzo and added in freshly grated parm cheese along with lemon zest, peas and fresh mint for an added brightness. I seasoned the shrimp with smoked paprika and other seasonings that were the perfect combo with the orzo. This would be an excellent idea to serve for a lunch or brunch with your besties, paired with a chilled white wine!
Mediterranean Shrimp Orzotto Bowls
4
servings5
minutes20
minutesIngredients
1 lb 1 Large Shrimp, Peeled, Deveined & Tails Removed
Smoked Paprika, Garlic Powder, S&P to Taste
1/4 cup 1/4 Salted Butter(2 Tbsp for Orzo & 2 Tbsp for Shrimp)
1 cup 1 Orzo
1 1 Lemon, Zested and Juiced
2 cups 2 Water
1/2 cup 1/2 Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 cup 1 Peas
1 Tbsp 1 Freshly Chopped Mint
Directions
- To begin, add 2 Tbsp of butter to skillet over medium/high heat. Toast orzo for a few minutes until it starts to brown slightly. Once it starts to brown on some of the pieces, turn to medium/low and add some water, about a 1/4 to 1/2 cup at a time. Stir well. Add lemon zest and juice. Stir well. Continue adding water until all is absorbed and orzo is al dente. Add parmesan cheese in and stir until well incorporated and creamy. Add salt to taste
- Thaw shrimp and dry well. Season with a pinch of smoked paprika, garlic powder, S&P. Add butter to your skillet over medium/high heat. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook about 2 minutes per side until cooked through
- Add 1 cup thawed peas to your orzo with chopped mint. Stir well and ladle orzo into bowls. Top with shrimp and enjoy!
O! M! G!
You need to make this one!! It’s so easy and super good!!