Lemon Orzo With Pan-Seared Scallops Recipe

Name: Lemon Orzo With Pan-Seared Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ORZO; 2 quarts white chicken stock, heated to a boil; 1 1/2 lbs orzo pasta, dried; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 3 ounces fresh chives, washed & snipped; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; salt; white pepper or crushed red pepper flakes; FRESH SCALLOPS; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 1/2 lbs sea scallops; 1/8 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; GARNISH; chopped fresh flat leaf parsley; lemon wedge

Servings: persons

ORZO
2 quarts white chicken stock, heated to a boil
1 1/2 lbs orzo pasta, dried
2 tablespoons peanut oil
3 ounces fresh chives, washed & snipped
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
salt
white pepper or crushed red pepper flakes
FRESH SCALLOPS
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
1/8 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
GARNISH
chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
lemon wedge

1
Place the stock in a saucepan, and heat to a boil.
2
Add the orzo, reduced to heat & simmer until cooked al dente, approximately 7 to 8 minutes,.
3
Drain and rinse under cold water.
4
In a saucepan, heat the oil and add the cooked orzo and the remaining ingredients.
5
Toss to combine, season to tatse.
6
Then, heat oil in a another large cast-iron skillet ove medium-high heat.
7
Sprinkle scallops evenly with salt and pepper.
8
Add scallops to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
9
Season again, as needed; serve immediately with some fresh chopped parsely, if you choose.
10
Enjoy!

780

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ORZO, 2 quarts white chicken stock, heated to a boil, 1 1/2 lbs orzo pasta, dried, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, and more.

Yes, Lemon Orzo With Pan-Seared Scallops 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.

Lemon Orzo With Pan-Seared Scallops

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