Best 4 Barefoot Contessas Roasted Shrimp And Orzo Recipes

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Barefoot Contessa's roasted shrimp and orzo is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Featuring succulent shrimp, tender orzo pasta, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds. The combination of roasted cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and parmesan cheese adds layers of flavor and texture that make this dish both hearty and refreshing. With its vibrant colors and delightful taste, Barefoot Contessa's roasted shrimp and orzo is a dish that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED SHRIMP AND ORZO



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
Good olive oil
3/4 pound orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons)
Freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds (16 to 18 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts
1 cup chopped fresh dill
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and medium-diced
1/2 cup small-diced red onion
3/4 pound good feta cheese, large diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Fill a large pot with water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and a splash of oil, and bring the water to a boil. Add the orzo and simmer for 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's cooked al dente. Drain and pour into a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Pour over the hot pasta and stir well.
  • Meanwhile, place the shrimp on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to combine and spread out in a single layer. Roast for 5 to 6 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked through. Don't overcook!
  • Add the shrimp to the orzo and then add the scallions, dill, parsley, cucumber, onion, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Toss well. Add the feta and stir carefully. Set aside at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend, or refrigerate overnight. If refrigerated, taste again for seasonings and bring back to room temperature before serving.

ROASTED SHRIMP WITH FETA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons good olive oil, divided
1 1/2 cups medium-diced fennel
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon Pernod
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 pounds (16 to 20 per pound) peeled shrimp with tails on
5 ounces good feta cheese, coarsely crumbled
1 cup fresh bread crumbs (see note)
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 lemons

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a 10-or 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the fennel and saute for 8 to 10 minutes, until the fennel is tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by half. Add the tomatoes with the liquid, tomato paste, oregano, Pernod, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Arrange the shrimp, tails up, in one layer over the tomato-mixture in the skillet. Scatter the feta evenly over the shrimp. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, and lemon zest with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle over the shrimp.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked and the bread crumbs are golden brown. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp. Serve hot with the remaining lemon cut into wedges.

SHRIMP SCAMPI WITH ORZO



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The universal appeal of shrimp scampi, frankly, isn't the shrimp but the pan sauce: garlicky butter lightened with white wine and bursts of lemon, parsley and red-pepper flakes. Scampi is often tossed with pasta or served with crusty bread, but this version instead uses quick-cooking orzo. It simmers directly in the pan sauce, imparting a starchy gloss - and soaking up the garlicky scampi flavors. Toss the shrimp with some garlic, lemon zest and red-pepper flakes to marinate while the pasta gets a head start on the stove, then simply toss the shrimp on top of the orzo to steam. It all comes together in a flash, and feels effortless. Pair this dish with Caesar salad, steamed broccoli or arugula, or bask in its simple comfort, straight from a spoon.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, quick, one pot, pastas, seafood, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon juice (from 1 lemon)
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup orzo
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 cups boiling water, seafood stock or chicken stock
3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon zest, red-pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and half the garlic. Set aside to marinate. (This step can be done up to 1 hour in advance.)
  • Add butter, remaining olive oil and remaining garlic to a medium skillet set over medium heat. When the butter starts to bubble, add the orzo and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until the orzo is toasted, about 2 minutes, adjusting the heat as necessary to prevent the garlic from burning. Carefully add the wine - it will bubble - and stir until absorbed, about 1 minute. Stir in water, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until orzo is al dente, about 12 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp in a snug, even layer on top of the orzo, cover, and cook until all the shrimp is pink and cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

ROASTED SHRIMP WITH FETA (BAREFOOT CONTESSA)



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This is Ina Garten's secret for convincing your guests that you're a natural-born cook! I recommend Greek or French feta if you can find it. Usually Ina prefers feta cubed rather than crumbled, but here she crumbles it in large pieces. Pernod is one of her secret ingredients. "Whenever I cook with fennel, Pernod gives the dish just the right licorice jolt that I love. You don't know the Pernod is there, you just know that the fennel tastes wonderful."

Provided by Manami

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 Saute Pan, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

olive oil
1 1/2 cups diced fennel (1 bulb)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1/4 cup dry white wine
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, drained (1 can)
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon Pernod
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 1/4 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined with the tails left on
3 ounces feta cheese, coarsely crumbled (preferably Greek or French)
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 lemons

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in 10- or 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add the fennel and garlic and sauté for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender.
  • Add the wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits clinging to the bottom of the skillet, and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, Pernod, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the skillet.
  • Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Arrange the shrimp artfully in one layer over the tomato mixture in the skillet.
  • Scatter feta evenly over the shrimp. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, and lemon zest with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle evenly over the shrimp.
  • Bake the shrimp for about 15 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked through and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
  • Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp.
  • Serve hot with wedges of lemon.
  • *To make 1 cup of fresh bread crumbs, remove the crusts from 3 to 4 slices white bread and place in a food processor fitted with the steel blade and process until the bread is in crumbs.
  • Assemble the shrimp right in a 10- to 12-inch stainless-steel sauté pan, and then put the pan in the oven for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.8, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 318.8, Sodium 1836.6, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 41.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp: Fresh shrimp have a sweeter and more delicate flavor than frozen shrimp. If you're using frozen shrimp, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water for 30 minutes.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cook very quickly, so it's important to watch them carefully to prevent them from becoming tough and rubbery. Cook them for just 2-3 minutes per side, or until they're pink and opaque.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade helps to add flavor and moisture to the shrimp. Make sure to use a marinade that you like the taste of, as the flavors will be imparted to the shrimp.
  • Roast the shrimp and orzo together: Roasting the shrimp and orzo together in the oven is a great way to save time and create a one-pan meal. Simply toss the shrimp and orzo with the marinade, then spread them out in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the orzo is tender.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Roasted shrimp and orzo can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, a green salad, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Roasted shrimp and orzo is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's perfect for busy families. It's also a great dish to serve at parties and potlucks. With its flavorful marinade and roasted vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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