Creamy Lemon & Garlic Orzo with Salmon

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Cube the salmon and pat it dry.
  2. 2Mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, Dijon mustard, and 1/2 lemon juiced in a bowl.
  3. 3Toss the salmon cubes in the marinade until well coated.
  4. 4Heat a large pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  5. 5Add the salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden crust has formed.
  6. 6During the last 2-3 minutes, baste the salmon with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter by spooning it over the fish.
  7. 7Remove the salmon from the pan.
  8. 8Deglaze the pan with 1/4 cup of cooking wine and cook off for 2 minutes.
  9. 9Add a splash of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter, then sauté the minced shallots for 2-3 minutes.
  10. 10Add minced garlic for 1 minute.
  11. 11Toast the orzo for 1-2 minutes.
  12. 12Pour in 2 1/4 cups of chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
  13. 13Cover with a lid and stir occasionally for about 10 minutes until the orzo is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  14. 14Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/2 cup of mozzarella (if using), and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
  15. 15Let everything melt together into a creamy sauce.
  16. 16Add the remaining lemon juice and 3 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley, then give it a good stir.
  17. 17Nestle the salmon cubes back on top of the orzo.
  18. 18Top off with a final flourish of Parmesan and parsley.

Ingredients

  • 540 g salmon
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 lemon lemon juice
  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 cup cooking wine
  • 1 large shallot
  • 7 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2.25 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella

Equipment

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