Healthy Shrimp Tomato Orzo

Updated at: Thu, 11 Jan 2024 19:08:02 GMT

Step 1

Stir fry your shrimps in a medium-high heat skillet until they turn pink and they're just cooked. Don't overcook them, they will go back in later. Take them out and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top to rest.

Step 2

In the same pan add a touch of olive oil followed by your chopped anchovy fillet, sliced garlic, and sliced chili. You can also squeeze some lemon to deglaze the pan. Cook on medium heat for 2 minutes or until fragrant.

Step 3

Add your cherry tomatoes, whole to the pan with a generous pinch of salt and 1-2 sprigs of thyme. Toss in the pan and add a splash of water. Top with a lid and cook on medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, or until the cherry tomatoes break down into a sauce. During the cooking time make sure to lift the lid and stir to make sure nothing is sticking/burning. Adjust the heat if necessary, and use the back of a spatula/wooden spoon to help the tomatoes burst. You'll know when it's ready.

Step 4

Add the orzo as well as 1/2 cup of water directly to the pan. Mix to combine and let the pasta cook with a lid until it's cooked. All pasta will be different, mine took about 10 minutes to be al dente. Make sure you stir from time to time and add water if things look dry.

Step 5

When the orzo is almost done, taste and adjust salt levels and/or add some lemon juice if you want.

Step 6

Add a handful of spinach and fold it in. It's gonna cook down in a couple of minutes. Add the shrimp back in a mix for another 30 seconds or so to get everything incorporated.

Step 7

Enjoy!

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