Spicy Shrimp, Cheesy Orzo and Roasted Green Beans
Ingredients
- Salt
- 1/2 pound orzo pasta
- 1 1/4 pounds green beans
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- Pepper
- 1/4 pound chorizo or other spicy sausage, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 large clove garlic, grated or finely chopped
- 1 pound shrimp, deveined
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- One can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 cup grated manchego cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped flat leaf parsley (a generous handful)
Preparation
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the orzo and cook until al dente. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
While the pasta is working, pre-heat the oven to 400°F. Spread the green beans on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons EVOO; season with salt and pepper. Roast until browned and tender, 12-15 minutes.
In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 tablespoon EVOO, 1 turn of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook for 1 minute. Add the onion, bell pepper, jalapeño and garlic, season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Season the shrimp with the paprika and add to the mixture. Add the tomatoes and cook until the shrimp are pink and firm, 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon EVOO , the cheese and parsley.
Serve the spicy shrimp with the orzo and green beans.
