Best 8 Saffron Orzo With Shrimp Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary adventures, where flavors dance and aromas ignite the senses! Join us as we embark on a delectable journey to discover the secrets behind cooking an exquisite saffron orzo with succulent shrimp. This delightful dish is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more. With just a few simple steps, you'll be able to create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your cooking passion, and prepare to indulge in a culinary experience like no other.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED MEATS AND VEGETABLES OVER SAFFRON ORZO



Grilled Meats and Vegetables over Saffron Orzo image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

5 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh lemon juice, from about 5 lemons
2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons smoked salt, or kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 ears corn, husked and cut into thirds
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, wiped clean
1 red bell pepper, halved and cored
1 yellow bell pepper, halved and cored
1 orange bell pepper, halved and cored
Saffron Orzo, recipe follows
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon saffron threads
1 pound dried orzo
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the marinade ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, combine half the marinade with the chicken breasts, chicken thighs, and shrimp. Toss to combine. Cover and let marinate for at least 1 hour. If marinating for longer than 1 hour, make sure to refrigerate.
  • Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Brush the corn with reserved unused marinade and wrap in foil. Toss the mushrooms with 1/4 cup of the reserved unused marinade. Grill the chicken breasts and thighs to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 7 minutes a side. Grill the corn inside the foil, for about 5 minutes a side. Grill the peppers for about 5 minutes a side. Grill the shrimp and the mushrooms, about 2 minutes a side. Brush the grilled peppers with the last of the reserved unused marinade. Slice the peppers and mushrooms before serving, if desired.
  • Arrange grilled meats and vegetables over the saffron orzo on a large platter and serve immediately.
  • In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, bringing the stock to a simmer. Add the saffron, stir, and allow the saffron to bloom, about 5 minutes. Return the heat to medium and the stock to a boil, then add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain orzo and transfer to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parsley. Toss to combine.

SUNSET ORZO WITH SPANISH SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Sunset Orzo with Spanish Shrimp Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by tammy1365

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon salt
1/2 pound orzo pasta
2 pinches saffron threads
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 pound Spanish chorizo, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/3 cup green peas
1 pound medium shelled and deveined shrimp
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the orzo and cook until just al dente. Drain and cover. While the pasta is working, in a small saucepan, steep the saffron in the chicken broth over low heat. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until browned, 2 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic and turmeric and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the peas. In another medium skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and firm, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley, paprika and lemon juice; season with salt. Remove from the heat. Pour the saffron broth over the chorizo and vegetables. Add the orzo and toss for 2 minutes. To serve, top the orzo with the shrimp

SHRIMP WITH SAFFRON ORZO



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Make and share this Shrimp With Saffron Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nirfreak03

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon saffron thread
1 lb orzo pasta
7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 lb shrimp
1 lemon

Steps:

  • On high heat, bring broth to a boil.
  • Reduce to low and simmer and add saffron.
  • Return to boil and add orzo. Cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
  • Drain orzo and add 4 tablespoons oil, salt, pepper, juice of half a lemon and parsley. Mix and set aside.
  • Toss shrimp with salt, pepper, and remaining lemon juice.
  • Heat remaining oil in saucepan.
  • Add shrimp and cook until thoroughly pink about 4 minutes total.
  • Mix shrimp with orzo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.8, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 115.2, Sodium 1329.5, Carbohydrate 62, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 28.9

SAFFRON ORZO



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Orzo is a great substitute for rice in this buttery and delicious pilaf. The simple technique of toasting your orzo, then cooking it in a flavorful mix of chicken broth and saffron, makes for a full flavored, simple side dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 minced shallot in 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup orzo and cook, stirring, until toasted, 3 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon each saffron and kosher salt and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then stir and reduce to a simmer; cover and cook until the orzo is tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter and season with salt.

SAFFRON ORZO WITH SHRIMP



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Categories     Salad     Pasta     Shellfish     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups chicken broth
1 tsp saffron threads
1 lb orzo
7 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 c fresh parsley, chopped
juice of 1 lemon
3 tsp salt
2 Tbsp fresh ground pepper
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
opt. andouille sausage, sliced into rounds

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer. Add saffron, stir and simmer until saffron has bloomed, about 5 min. Return to medium and bring to boil, add orzo; cook until tender, 8-10 min. Drain orzo and transfer to large bowl. Add 4 Tbsp olive oil, parsley, half the lemon juice, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper and combine. 2. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, and remaining lemon juice. Heat remaining 3 Tbsp oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add optional sausage and brown for a few minutes. Remove from skillet leaving as much oil in pan as possible. Add to bowl with orzo. Add shrimp in single layer to pan and cook until just turning pink, about 2 min per side. Add shrimp to bowl with orzo. Toss to combine and serve.

SAFFRON ORZO WITH SHRIMP



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Categories     Side     Picnic     Buffet     Shrimp     Saffron     Simmer     Boil     Orzo

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon saffron threads
1 pound orzo (small, rice-shaped pasta)
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Juice of 1 lemon
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, bringing the broth to a simmer. Add the saffron, stir, and simmer until the saffron has "bloomed," about 5 minutes. Return the heat to medium and bring the stock to a boil, then add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the orzo and transfer to a large bowl. Add 4 tablespoons of olive oil, the parsley, half the lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and combine thoroughly.
  • In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and the remaining lemon juice. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook until the shrimp are just turning pink, about 2 minutes per side. Add the shrimp to the bowl with the orzo. Toss to combine and serve.

CREAMY PARMESAN SHRIMP AND ORZO



Creamy Parmesan Shrimp and Orzo image

Simple, fast, and delicious, a creamy blend of parmesan, cream, orzo, shrimp and herbs. Thirty minutes start to finish on the stove top, or throw everything in the crockpot at the beginning of the day, it couldn't be easier. You can also substitute scallops or diced chicken for the shrimp, or leave out entirely for a creamy side dish.

Provided by LuAnn_Mason

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
3 minced garlic cloves
1 cup orzo pasta
3 cups water
1/2 cup half-and-half (light cream)
1/2 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 lb shrimp, cooked, shelled and deveined
6 -8 leaves fresh basil, sliced fine

Steps:

  • Saute garlic and orzo in butter 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Stir in water and half and half. Cover and let simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in parmesan, shrimp and basil. Remove from heat, cover and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Reheats really well, and is even better the second day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.8, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 156.9, Sodium 798.8, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.3, Protein 24.3

SHRIMP SAUTE WITH ORZO



Shrimp Saute with Orzo image

Parsley-flecked sauteed shrimp and orzo makes for a quick, tasty meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked orzo
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
20 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1 cup dry white wine
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add orzo; cook until al dente, using cooking time suggested on package. Drain; toss with 1 teaspoon oil, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a large skillet. Add garlic; cook over low heat for 1 minute. Add shrimp, salt and pepper to taste, and 2 tablespoons parsley; cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn, and cook for 3 minutes more, or until opaque. Remove from pan, and keep warm.
  • Add lemon juice and wine to skillet. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and reduce by half, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add remaining parsley; stir in butter, lemon zest, and capers. Adjust seasonings. Pour over shrimp, and serve on a bed of orzo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 g, Cholesterol 95 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, Sodium 212 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use the best quality saffron you can find, as it will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Fresh shrimp is also essential, as frozen shrimp can be tough and flavorless.
  • Toast the orzo before cooking: This will give it a nutty flavor and help it to hold its shape. You can toast the orzo in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it is golden brown.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the foundation of the dish, so make sure to use a good quality one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even fish broth. If you are using a salted broth, be careful not to add too much additional salt to the dish.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it is important not to overcook it. Cook the shrimp for just a few minutes, until it is pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Add the saffron at the end of cooking: Saffron is a delicate spice that can easily be overwhelmed by other flavors. Add it to the dish at the end of cooking, so that its flavor can shine through.

Conclusion:

Saffron orzo with shrimp is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your shrimp cooked with garlic and butter or with a spicy sauce, this dish is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give saffron orzo with shrimp a try.

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