Avocado Orzo with Garlicky Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Avocado Orzo with Garlicky Grilled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Large Prawns Or Shrimp; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 1/4 teaspoons Chipotle Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Cilantro, Minced; 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt; 1 pound Orzo; 2 Avocados, Pit Removed And Peeled; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Lime, Zest And Juice; 2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil; Kosher Salt To Taste; Lime Wedge For Serving

Servings: persons

6 Large Prawns Or Shrimp
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
1/4 teaspoons Chipotle Pepper
1 Tablespoon Cilantro, Minced
2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt
1 pound Orzo
2 Avocados, Pit Removed And Peeled
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Lime, Zest And Juice
2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil
Kosher Salt To Taste
Lime Wedge For Serving

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Slice the prawns up the front and pull the prawn apart, leaving the shell on the back and the belly open and exposed.
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If you are going to skewer them, shove the skewer in the back to keep the prawns flatthis makes grilling evenly easy.
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In a dish, combine the garlic, red pepper, chipotle, cilantro and vegetable oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
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Let the prawns marinate (on both sides) in this combination.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Add the orzo and cook it to al dente according to the manufacturers directions.
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While the pasta is cooking, prepare the avocado.
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In a large bowl, combine the flesh of the avocados, garlic, lime juice and zest and vegetable oil.
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Mix it really well until the mixture is fairly smooth; season with kosher salt.
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Drain the pasta and rinse.
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When the pasta is drained add it to the avocado mixture.
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Mix together well and season one more time with kosher salt if needed.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high.
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Grill the prawns, shell side down for about 1 minute.
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Flip and repeat until the flesh is barely opaque in the center.
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Gently peel the shell off of the prawns and discard.
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Dish up the avocado orzo and serve with 1 or 2 prawns draped over the top.
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Serve with a lime wedge to squeeze over the top before eating.

250

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Large Prawns Or Shrimp, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes, 1/4 teaspoons Chipotle Pepper, and more.

Yes, Avocado Orzo with Garlicky Grilled Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Avocado Orzo with Garlicky Grilled Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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