Lemon Orzo Pasta with Shrimp
Directions
- 1Dry the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 2Sear shrimp on medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.
- 3Add shallots and garlic to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
- 4Add orzo pasta and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- 5Add broth and cook for 8–10 minutes.
- 6Add light cream and a squeeze of lemon.
- 7Add asparagus and cook for a few minutes.
- 8Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- 9Turn off heat and add a tablespoon of butter.
- 10Plate and garnish with parsley and chili flakes (optional).
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0 salt
- 0 pepper
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 3 seconds avocado oil spray
- 1 shallot, finely minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 2.5 cups lower-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup fat free half n half
- 1 lemon
- 1 asparagus bunch, chopped
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 0 chopped parsley
- 0 chili flakes
Equipment
frying panpaper towelspoonwooden spatula
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