Primavera Style Orzo Risotto

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"This creamy "risotto" made with orzo pasta instead of arborio rice is going to be your new addiction trust me ! I added some veggies like green asparagus and greens peas and topped with a poached egg and some chives. PERFECT lunch I swear !"
-- @carolinesrecipes
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 15mins
Serves or Makes: 2

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ingredients

  • 3/4 cup orzo
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 tablespoon live oil
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 2 eggs

Method

  • Step 1

    In an pan start by heating the oil on medium heat and stir in the minced shallot. Then add the peeled asparagus and cooked them for about 5 minutes.

  • Step 2

    Add orzo pasta and green peas to the pan and pour the boiling veggie broth on it. Cover and let it cook for about 10 minutes.

  • Step 3

    While the orzo risotto is cooking, make your poached egg : bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a tablespoon of vinegar and create a whole with your spoon. Add the eggs, one by one into the water and let them cook for 3 minutes. Remove them carefully from the water and set aside.

  • Step 4

    After the 10 minutes, add coconut milk to the risotto, salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything and serve it with your poached egg on top and some chives.