Pasta Paella with Orzo Recipe

Name: Pasta Paella with Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds small clams; 1 1/2 pounds mussels; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 1/2 pounds orzo; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 8 cloves garlic, minced; 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 1 to 2 Serrano chiles, seeded and minced; 3 large tomatoes, cored, seeded and diced; 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup fresh or frozen peas; Pinch saffron; 1 bunch fresh oregano, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 to 2 cups clam juice or fish stock, warmed; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds small clams
1 1/2 pounds mussels
1 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 pounds orzo
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 to 2 Serrano chiles, seeded and minced
3 large tomatoes, cored, seeded and diced
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
Pinch saffron
1 bunch fresh oregano, chopped
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 to 2 cups clam juice or fish stock, warmed
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
In a covered pot, steam clams and mussels with white wine until shells open, about 5 minutes.
2
Strain and reserve broth.
3
Meanwhile, fill a stockpot with water and bring to a rolling boil.
4
Add salt and orzo and boil for about 8 minutes.
5
Carefully drain in a colander (the orzo can slip through colander holes if they are too big).
6
Heat oil in a large skillet or paella pan over moderate heat.
7
Add onions and saute until soft, about 10 minutes.
8
Add garlic and saute another 2 minutes to release aromas.
9
Stir in bell peppers, chiles and tomatoes and cook another 2 to 3 minutes, or until slightly softened.
10
Stir in shrimp and cook until shrimp turn pinkorange, about 1 to 2 minutes.
11
Add peas, saffron, oregano, coriander and reserved broth from mussels and clams.
12
Simmer for a few minutes.
13
Stir in orzo and heat through, adding clam juice or fish stock as needed to make a soupy texture.
14
Stir in clams and mussels.
15
Adjust seasoning.
16
To serve, spoon hot paella into serving bowls and serve immediately.

415

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds small clams, 1 1/2 pounds mussels, 1 cup dry white wine, 1 1/2 pounds orzo, and more.

Yes, Pasta Paella with Orzo falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Pasta Paella with Orzo

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions