Orzo with Fried Shallots
Orzo with Fried Shallots might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 6 servings with 368 calories, 11g of protein, and 9g of fat each. This recipe covers 11% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. If you have butter, garlic, orzo pasta, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.
Instructions
In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring about 3 quarts water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil.
Add orzo and cook until barely tender to bite, 5 to 9 minutes.
Pour into a bowl and mix with olive oil. Rinse and dry pan.
In the same pan, over medium heat, melt butter.
Add shallots and stir often until they start to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the garlic and orzo; mix well and cook just until pasta is warm, 2 to 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in green onions and salt and pepper to taste. Mound in a serving bowl and serve warm.