Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply seeking a delightful meal for your family, "Greek Shrimp with Orzo" is a tantalizing dish that captivates the senses with its vibrant flavors and textures. This delectable recipe combines succulent shrimp, tender orzo pasta, and an array of aromatic spices in a symphony of Mediterranean flavors. Discover the art of crafting this culinary masterpiece, as we take you on a step-by-step journey through the process, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of taste and satisfaction.
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GREEK SHRIMP ORZO
This is one of our favorites. It's delicious, satisfying and reheats well. My husband would rather have "the orzo dish" than go out to eat. Serve it with crusty bread and salad. —Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook orzo according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Add basil and 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat and set aside., In a large skillet, saute shallot in butter and remaining oil until tender. Add the diced tomatoes, oregano and garlic; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Add shrimp and sun-dried tomatoes; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes., Transfer to a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the orzo mixture, cheese and olives. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 673 calories, Fat 32g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 1262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
ROASTED SHRIMP AND ORZO
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.
GREEK ORZO AND GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD WITH MUSTARD-DILL VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Combine orzo, cucumber, green onions, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Place dill, vinegar, and mustard in a blender and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and blend until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the vinaigrette over the orzo mixture and stir well to combine. Gently fold in the feta cheese.
- Heat grill to high. Brush shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for approximately 2 minutes per side or until just cooked through. Divide orzo salad among 4 take-out containers or plates and top with 4 shrimp. Garnish with additional dill.
GREEK SHRIMP DISH FROM SANTORINI
An authentic Greek entree that is easy to make and makes you feel like you are in the Greek islands. My sister and I originally ate this dish at a restaurant in Santorini, Greece and went back 3 days in a row to order it again and analyze the ingredients so we could replicate it at home. It is easy to prepare ahead of time and stick in the oven so your cooking is complete before guests arrive! Serve over rice.
Provided by Lisawas
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 2h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, chopped parsley, tomatoes, and wine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
- Stir the shrimp into the tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes; remove from the heat. Pour the shrimp mixture into a shallow baking dish, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Bake in the preheated oven until the feta has softened and the shrimp are no longer translucent, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Squeeze the lemon halves over the shrimp and garnish with the parsley sprigs to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 267.1 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 513.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
GREEK SHRIMP WITH ORZO
Make and share this Greek Shrimp With Orzo recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wendy H.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook orzo in salted water according to package directions without added fat.
- Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onion, pepper and garlic; cook until soft, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes and oregano; bring to a simmer. Add shrimp and cook until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Spoon cooked orzo into shrimp mixture; stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in basil.
- Spoon about 1 1/4 cups of orzo-shrimp mixture onto each of six plates and top each with 1 teaspoon of feta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 119.4, Sodium 456.2, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 7.2, Protein 25
SHRIMP WITH ORZO PASTA
This mouthwatering shrimp dish comes together in under 30 minutes and can be made with either orzo or pasta! Perfect for a...
Provided by Vasiliki
Categories Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4-5
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Shrimp (shellfish) stock
- To prepare the shrimp stock, in a pan pour 700ml water and add the shrimp heads and shells. Boil over medium heat for 20 minutes. Strain the stock and set it aside.
- Shrimp with orzo
- Finely slice the onion and sauté it over a hot pan for 2-3 minutes. Continue by adding the tomato paste and cook for a further 1 minute. Add the chopped (or canned) tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the shell fish stock in the tomato sauce, stir and add the orzo. Make sure there is enough shell fish stock to cover the orzo so that it can cook properly. Cook the orzo for 10 minutes.
- Finally add the prepared shrimp with the herbs and cook for a further 5-7 minutes. At this point, the orzo would have absorbed all the delicious shellfish stock.
- Shrimp with pasta
- Sauté the finely sliced onion for 2-3 minutes. Carry on by sautéing the garlic for a few seconds. Continue by adding the tomato paste and let it cook for 2-3 minutes. At this point add the chopped or canned tomatoes and season. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Continue by adding the shell fish stock to the tomato sauce. Stir and add the pasta. Cook the pasta for 10 minutes. Make sure there is enough shell fish stock for the pasta. If not, simply add a bit more water.
- Add the prepared shrimps with herbs and cook for a further 5 minutes. The pasta should now have absorbed all the delicious juices from the shellfish stock and the tomato sauce.
GREEK ORZO AND SHRIMP SALAD
Steps:
- Cook orzo in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Add green onions, feta cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice and oil; mix well. Cook shrimp in large pot of boiling salted water until pink and just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well. Mix into salad. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Mix cucumber pieces and 3/4 of cherry tomatoes into salad. Transfer to clean large bowl. Arrange cucumber slices and remaining cherry tomato halves around edge of bowl. Garnish salad with dill sprigs and serve.
ONE-POT ORZO WITH SHRIMP, TOMATO AND FETA
Inspired by a Greek appetizer, shrimp saganaki, this one-pot recipe adds orzo and grape tomatoes to make a complete meal. Blistering the grape tomatoes coaxes out their natural sweetness, which pairs well with the salty feta. For a vegetarian version, skip the shrimp and stir in some spinach or arugula at the end. Warm up leftovers by adding a splash of water to loosen the sauce, then drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with crumbled feta.
Provided by Yasmin Fahr
Categories dinner, weekday, seafood, vegetables, main course
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, combine half the garlic with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the shrimp, coating it well.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add the tomatoes, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to blister, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the remaining garlic, 1 teaspoon oregano and ½ teaspoon red-pepper flakes, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the orzo, stirring until lightly toasted, about 1 minute, then add the crushed tomatoes and 1 cup water. Season with salt, and use a wooden spoon to scrape up anything stuck on the bottom.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until just shy of al dente, stirring occasionally to make sure nothing is sticking to the bottom, about 10 minutes. Add the marinated shrimp on top, cover and cook until they are cooked through and the orzo is al dente, 4 to 6 minutes more.
- Remove from the heat, divide among plates and finish with black pepper, feta and parsley. Serve with more red-pepper flakes, if desired.
SHRIMP WITH ORZO, OLIVES AND FETA
I THINK this came from the local Sunpapers, years ago -- I have been making it so long!It is quick, easy, VERY tasty, and pretty to serve, especially if you have an Italian or Greek decorated platter. Add salt and pepper to taste. (You can save time and effort by using cooked shrimp, but if you have raw, first saute in a few Tbsp. of butter and olive oil.)
Provided by NurseJaney
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook orzo according to directions, drain well.
- In a large serving bowl, combine shrimp, tomatoes, cheese, vinegar, lemon juice, scallions, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Toss well.
- Add orzo and stir to mix.
- Garnish with kalamata olives, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.6, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 163, Sodium 909.7, Carbohydrate 94, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 8.3, Protein 34.7
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for large, plump shrimp, fresh herbs, and ripe tomatoes.
- Cook the orzo al dente: Orzo should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked orzo will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the shrimp, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick to the pan.
- Season the shrimp well: Before cooking the shrimp, season them with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Use a flavorful cooking liquid: The cooking liquid for the orzo is a great opportunity to add flavor to your dish. Use a flavorful broth or stock, such as chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish your dish with fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or thyme. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your dish.
Conclusion:
This Greek shrimp with orzo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. With its combination of fresh shrimp, flavorful orzo, and tangy feta cheese, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
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