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Orzo prepare recipe.

Making orzo even tastier

By frying orzo first, the natural sugars in the paste caramelise, giving it a deeper, nutty flavour. This extra step is simple and adds so much extra flavour, so why not give it a go?
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Preparation 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course main course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Kitchenware

  • frying pan
  • spatula
  • measuring cup for broth

Ingredients
  

  • 400 gr orzo
  • 2 el olive oil for frying
  • stock cube
  • 1 litres vegetable stock stock cube with 1 litre of water

Instructions
 

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the orzo to the pan as soon as the oil is hot.
  • Stir frequently and fry the orzo until it turns golden brown. This takes about 3 to 4 minutes. Be careful not to burn the orzo.
  • Then add the required amount of stock (about 1 litre for 400g of orzo) and let the orzo cook according to the instructions on the packet. This usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Stir occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Drain the orzo if any liquid remains and season with salt and pepper. You can now use the orzo directly in your dish or season it further with your favourite herbs and spices.
Keyword vegetarian, orzo