SPICY INDIAN ORZO

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Categories     Lamb     Pasta     Sauté     Dinner     Lunch     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound lean ground lamb
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chili with seeds, chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
8 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups canned beef broth
1 cup chopped seeded ripe tomato
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add lamb and sauté until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 5
  • minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer lamb to bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, ginger and chili to same skillet and sauté 2 minutes. Add cardamom, curry powder and orzo and stir to 1 minute. Add broth and bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until orzo is tender and most of broth is absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking on bottom of skillet, about 15 minutes. Return lamb to skillet and mix in. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Mound pilaf on large platter. Garnish with tomato and cilantro and serve.

kamran lilla official
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I made a few modifications to make this dish healthier. I used brown rice instead of orzo and added some extra vegetables.


Michelle James
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This one definitely fits the bill! The unique combination of flavors and textures makes it a memorable dish.


cool bhai
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This recipe is a great value for the money. It uses affordable ingredients that are easy to find.


Richansha Sharma
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This dish is perfect for busy weeknights. It comes together in under 30 minutes and cleanup is a breeze.


Be John Butwal-2 eSports
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As a vegetarian, I appreciate the fact that this dish is packed with plant-based protein. The chickpeas and lentils add a satisfying heartiness to the meal.


Tasha
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner like me. I made it for my family and they all loved it!


Juliet Nayiga
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I love spicy food, so I doubled the amount of chili flakes. It was the perfect level of heat for me.


roksana mridha
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies! The addition of spinach and tomatoes makes it a nutritious and flavorful meal.


David Dufault
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I've tried many Indian-inspired dishes, but this one is truly outstanding! The blend of spices creates a flavor profile that is both complex and harmonious. A definite keeper in my recipe book.


Srabonti Ranidash
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I made this last night and it was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the orzo was cooked perfectly.