Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Orzo Recipe

Name: Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Large Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined; Kosher Salt; Black Pepper; 1 pound Dried Orzo; Fresh Cilantro For Garnish; 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro, Roughly Chopped; 1 bunch Fresh Parsley, Roughly Chopped; 6 sprigs Fresh Oregano; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 whole Serrano Chile Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Lime Zest; 1/4 cups Lime Juice; 1/4 teaspoons Red Chili Flakes; 1 Tablespoon Honey; 1 cup Olive Oil (more, If Needed)

Servings: persons

1 pound Large Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined
Kosher Salt
Black Pepper
1 pound Dried Orzo
Fresh Cilantro For Garnish
1 bunch Fresh Cilantro, Roughly Chopped
1 bunch Fresh Parsley, Roughly Chopped
6 sprigs Fresh Oregano
2 cloves Garlic
1 whole Serrano Chile Pepper
1 Tablespoon Lime Zest
1/4 cups Lime Juice
1/4 teaspoons Red Chili Flakes
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 cup Olive Oil (more, If Needed)

1
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and set aside.
2
Prepare the chimichurri sauce.
3
In a food processor or blender, add all the ingredients except olive oil.
4
Pulse several times.
5
Stream in the olive oil and blend until the items have fully incorporated.
6
More olive oil can be added if a smoother, loose texture is desired.
7
Check for seasonings and add salt and pepper as needed.
8
Refrigerate until ready to be used.
9
(Chile amounts can be adjusted based on heat level preference.)
10
Bring a grill pan to medium high heat.
11
Cover the pan with cooking spray and grill the shrimp about 1-2 minutes per side.
12
Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
13
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
14
Cook the orzo until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
15
Drain well.
16
In a large bowl, toss together the orzo, shrimp and 1/2 cup of the chimichurri sauce at a time.
17
(Add additional sauce as needed.)
18
Plate and garnish with additional cilantro.

704

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Protein

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Large Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper, 1 pound Dried Orzo, and more.

Yes, Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Orzo 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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Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Orzo

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Variations & substitutions

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