Steak and Orzo in Tomato Oregano Sauce: A Flavorful Italian Feast
Indulge in a culinary journey to Italy with this delectable dish that combines the richness of steak, the heartiness of orzo pasta, and the vibrant flavors of tomato oregano sauce. This recipe promises a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Savor the tender and juicy steak, perfectly complemented by the al dente orzo, all enveloped in a luscious tomato sauce infused with aromatic oregano. The harmonious blend of fresh ingredients, herbs, and spices creates a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a cozy meal at home, this steak and orzo dish is sure to impress and satisfy.
SPINACH-FETA RICE PILAF, SLICED STEAK WITH OREGANO SAUCE, AND BROILED TOMATOES WITH PARSLEY
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the rice: Heat a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a saucepot with tight fitting lid. To the melted butter, add the orzo and lightly toast. Add the onion and cook to soften, 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and 1 1/2 cups of stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Preheat the broiler.
- For the beef: Heat a cast iron griddle or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat flank steaks in extra-virgin olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper. When the grill is very hot, cook the meat 10 to 12 minutes for medium-rare or 15 minutes for medium, turning occasionally. When the meat has been cooking for about 5 minutes, start the sauce in a small saucepot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, shallot, chile pepper, and oregano. Stir 2 to 3 minutes, and then add the butter. When the butter melts, stir in the lemon juice and remove from heat.
- For the rice: Add the remaining splash of stock along with the spinach to a food processor and process to a fine chop. Stir the spinach into the rice and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cover, turn off the heat, and let stand 2 more minutes. Fluff the rice with fork and stir in the feta.
- For the tomatoes: Season halved tomatoes with salt and pepper and top with parsley. Drizzle the tomatoes liberally with extra-virgin olive oil and broil 3 to 4 minutes. Allow the meat to rest a bit then very thinly slice against the grain. Serve the sliced steak with a side of rice, a spoon of sauce over top, and a 2 tomato halves per person.;
MEDITERRANEAN EGGPLANT STEAKS AND ORZO SALAD WITH WALNUTS, OREGANO AND TOMATOES
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat grill pan to medium-high. Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place a pot of water on stove to boil for pasta. Salt water and cook orzo to al dente.
- Brush the eggplant steaks lightly with extra-virgin olive oil and season liberally on both sides with salt and pepper. Grill 3 to 4 minutes for small eggplant and 4 to 6 minutes for large eggplant, turning occasionally, until the steaks begin to become tender but are not fully cooked.
- While eggplant cooks, defrost spinach in microwave on defrost setting, 7 to 8 minutes. Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet and add roasted peppers and garlic. Squeeze the spinach dry and separate as you add it to the skillet. Season the spinach with salt and pepper and heat through. Stir in olives and remove from heat. Place the eggplants on baking sheets. Top each steak with a few forkfuls of spinach mixture. Spread a few rounded spoonfuls of hummus evenly across the steaks on top of the spinach, covering it completely in a thin layer. Toss the bread crumbs with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and parsley. Divide the bread crumbs and scatter them over the steaks on top of the hummus. Bake to brown bread crumbs, 5 minutes or so.
- Toast walnuts while you cut up the tomatoes and place in a bowl. Cool nuts slightly, chop and add to tomatoes. Add the zest and juice of a lemon, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, feta and oregano. Drain pasta, toss with tomato mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve 2 steaks per person with orzo alongside.
ORZO WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, easy, quick, pastas, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in a saucepan and add salt to taste. Add orzo and cook, stirring briefly, about 10 minutes or until tender. Do not overcook. Drain.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a saucepan and add garlic. Cook briefly, stirring. Cut tomato into 1/2-inch cubes and add to saucepan. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and pepper flakes. Stir and bring to boil.
- Add orzo and basil. Stir to blend, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 147, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 752 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
ONE-SKILLET ORZO WITH TOMATOES AND EGGS
Pizza meets eggs in purgatory in this one-skillet stovetop meal which is punchy from tomatoes, creamy from orzo and mozzarella, and ready in under an hour.
Provided by Sarah Jampel
Categories One-Pot Meal Dinner Pasta Orzo Egg Tomato Mozzarella Butter Onion Garlic Basil Soy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Vegetarian
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes, stirring often, until onion is softened and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add orzo and stir until coated in butter, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and juices and cook, stirring, until liquid is reduced and tomatoes are starting to stick to skillet, about 4 minutes.
- Add salt and 2 cups water, increase heat to medium-high, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover pan (a baking sheet works well if you don't have a lid), and cook 8 minutes, stirring halfway through. Uncover and simmer 1 minute-mixture should be fluid but not watery. Stir again, then remove from heat and crack each egg into a quadrant of pan.
- Cover pan, set over low heat, and cook, rotating pan every 2 minutes or so, until eggs are nearly set, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over, avoiding eggs, cover pan, and cook until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and top with a few grinds of pepper and basil to serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of steak: Flank steak, skirt steak, or sirloin steak are all good options for this recipe. They are relatively inexpensive and cook quickly.
- Marinate the steak: Marinating the steak in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, oregano, and salt and pepper will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor.
- Cook the steak over high heat: This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the steak while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
- Don't overcook the steak: Steak is best cooked to medium-rare or medium. Overcooking will make it tough and dry.
- Let the steak rest before slicing: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, resulting in a more flavorful and tender steak.
- Use a good quality tomato sauce: A good quality tomato sauce will make all the difference in this recipe. Look for a sauce that is made with fresh tomatoes and has a rich, flavorful taste.
- Add some fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as oregano, basil, or thyme, can add a lot of flavor to this dish. Add them at the end of cooking for the best flavor.
Conclusion:
Steak and orzo in tomato oregano sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The steak is tender and flavorful, the orzo is cooked to perfection, and the tomato oregano sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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