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Easy Mushroom Orzo

This Mushroom Orzo is SUPER easy to make and takes 15 minutes or less. Makes a perfect main meal or a delicious side dish. You can also make this dish vegan!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Zainab Jabri

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 pinch Crushed Chilli Flakes Optional
  • 3 cloves Garlic chopped
  • 1 Yellow Onion diced
  • 1-1.5 cups Sliced Cremini Mushrooms You can use different types
  • 1 cup Orzo
  • 3 cups Vegetable Stock
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Non-Vegan Add ins

  • 1/2 tsp Anchovy Paste
  • 2 tbsp Parmigiano-Reggiano

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a pan on medium heat and add the chilli flakes. Using a wooden spoon, coat the flakes in olive oil.
  • Add in the chopped garlic and saute in the oil until they start to slightly brown.
  • Add in the onion and cook until translucent. If you are using the anchovy paste - add it in here
  • Now add in the mushrooms, sauté and allow them to cook down. If it starts sticking to the pan, add in a splash of water.
  • Once the mushrooms have cooked down, add in the orzo and sauté in the pan for a minute before adding in the broth.
  • Add broth and allow orzo the simmer on medium high heat. Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • If you are using Parmesan, add it in here.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Once orzo has absorbed the broth and is al dente, remove from heat and serve!
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