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One Pan Lemon Pepper Shrimp and Orzo
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One Pan Lemon Pepper Shrimp and Orzo

30 minServes 4Nutri-Score B€€
from @dishingouthealth2 imports0 cooked
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Ingredients

4 people
  • shrimp (peeled and deveined)Other500 g
  • orzo (dry)Grains300 g
  • asparagus (trimmed, cut into bite-sized pieces)Produce250 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce4 pieces
  • lemon (zested and juiced)Produce1 piece
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices3 g
  • butter (divided)Dairy40 g
  • olive oilPantry30 ml
  • chicken brothPantry700 ml
  • parsley (fresh, chopped (or dill))Produce15 g
  • saltSpices3 g

per serving

Nutrition

479kcal

Carbs
58 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
13 g

step by step

Method

  1. Sauté the shrimp

    • Heat olive oil and a knob of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.
    • Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, then add to the pan.
    • Sauté until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
    • Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Cook the orzo and asparagus

    • Add the minced garlic to the same pan and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    • Stir in the orzo and toast briefly.
    • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
    • Add the asparagus pieces and cook until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 12 minutes.
    Step 2

  3. Season with lemon and pepper

    • Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice and a generous dose of freshly ground black pepper.
    • Add the remaining butter and stir until melted and creamy.
    Step 3

  4. Finish and serve

    • Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to combine.
    • Finish with fresh chopped parsley or dill.
    • Serve immediately.
    Step 4
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