Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/3 cup dry orzo pasta
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1 lemon
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1 lb large shrimp, cleaned and peeled
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5 garlic cloves, sliced thin
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1/3 cup minced shallots
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2 tablespoons olive oil, set aside in two parts
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4 tablespoons butter, split in half
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Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
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1/3 cup dry white wine (or swap with broth and a splash of vinegar)
→ Herbs & Seasonings
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Freshly cracked black pepper
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Kosher salt
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2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped small
# Instructions:
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Mix shrimp with some olive oil, grated lemon peel, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
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Use butter to cook shrimp for around 3 minutes until cooked through. Move to a separate bowl.
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Using a mix of oil and butter, cook garlic, chili flakes, and shallots. Stir in orzo to toast for a couple of minutes. Add wine and let it reduce.
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Pour in water and simmer, letting the orzo soak up the liquid and soften. Leave uncovered for about 12 minutes.
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Put shrimp back in the pan with half of the chopped herbs. Add a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, remaining herbs, and more pepper as garnish.
# Notes:
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Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Add some extra liquid when warming up to plump up orzo.
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Squeeze fresh lemon on top after reheating for brightness.