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Sesame Orzo with Charred Scallions

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Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
3/4 cup orzo
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
1 bunch scallions (about 6), cut on diagonal into 1-inch pieces

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a dry small heavy skillet cook sesame seeds over moderate heat, stirring, until golden brown, about 4 minutes, and transfer to a bowl.

    Step 2

    In a 3-quart saucepan bring 2 quarts salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain orzo in a colander and rinse under cold water. Drain orzo well and add sesame seeds.

    Step 3

    In an 8-inch non-stick skillet heat oil over high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté scallions, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir scallion mixture into orzo and season with salt and pepper.

TagsOrzoPastaScallionOnionRoot VegetableVegetableSideDinnerNut FreeDairy FreeVeganVegetarianQuickEasy5 Ingredients or FewerGourmet
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