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Butter-Poached Shrimp and Orzo




Source of Recipe


tasty.com


Recipe Introduction


This was recommended by Anna_N on eG. Delicious, but incredibly rich. I think that some of the amounts are off, too. I’d be leery of counting on 1/2 lb. of shrimp feeding 4 people. I was only feeding 2, so it was fine, but if I made this for 4 people, I’d add a few extra shrimp. A few people at the website mentioned adding a squirt of lemon on top to cut the butter richness a bit and I think I’ll do that next time.


Recipe Link: https://tasty.co/recipe/butter-poached-shrimp-and-orzo

List of Ingredients




2 tablespoons water
8 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons lemon, zest
1 sprig fresh thyme
1/2 lb shrimp, peeled
2 cloves garlic
1 shallot
1 cup orzo
2 cups chicken stock
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 cups spinach
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish


Recipe



In a saucepan plenty big enough to comfortably hold the shrimp, over low heat, add the water and SLOWLY whisk in the butter, a few tablespoons at a time.

When the butter is incorporated and you have a good emulsion, add the lemon zest and thyme and stir. Now add the shrimp. Poach for 8 – 10 minutes, until shrimp is pink and cooked – do NOT overcook!! Remove the shrimp and set aside. Toss the thyme sprig.

In the same pan and still over low heat, add the garlic, shallots, and orzo. Sprinkle in a little salt and pepper. Stir until any liquid is absorbed.

Pour in the chicken stock and cook, stirring often, until the orzo is as tender as you like it. Add the spinach and stir until it wilts. Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve the spinach and orzo with the shrimp on top and garnish with the parsley.

Serves 4 (see note)