Creamy Prawn Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Prawns
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1 1/2 lb raw king prawns get them already peeled
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1 tsp paprika powder
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
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2 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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2 tbsp olive oil
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6 cloves garlic minced
→ Orzo Pasta
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
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1 cup orzo uncooked
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup broccoli finely chopped
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2 cups fresh spinach
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1 cup heavy cream
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, cover king prawns with paprika powder, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, black pepper and salt. Gently toss so the prawns are covered well.
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Heat up a large pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, and minced garlic and let it cook for 30s. Add in the prawns and cook until pink on each side for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Add 1 tbsp of olive oil and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Cook it for around 30 seconds. Then, add uncooked orzo to the same pan and roast it for around 1 minute. Stirring throughout so it gets covered in all the oils and leftover spices.
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Pour in the chicken broth and give it a good mix, scraping all the burnt bites from the pan. Add in chopped broccoli and mix it in well. Wait until the chicken broth starts bubbling, lower the heat, and cover with a lid. Cook for 7-8 minutes. Make sure you stir 2-3 times while it's cooking to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
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When orzo softens up, add fresh spinach, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything and cook until the spinach wilts. It should take around 2-3 minutes.
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Now, place the prawns back into the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until it warms up. Serve hot.
# Notes:
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If the pasta is getting too thick, add water.
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If you're using frozen prawns, thaw it before cooking.
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For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.