A delicious, rich and warming dish featuring saffron orzo with garlic and chilli prawns, perfect for a cold day. The dish combines the flavors of saffron, garlic, and fresh prawns, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
1: Put the saffron in a small bowl and cover with warm water, leave to steep.
2: Fry diced shallot in olive oil and salt for 3 minutes, then add minced garlic.
3: Cook for another minute before adding in the orzo and stirring well.
4: Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it soak up for a couple of minutes.
5: Add the stock and stir frequently until the orzo is cooked through and plump (about 10-15 minutes).
6: Stir in butter and Parmesan.
7: Meanwhile, fry sliced garlic and chilli in a pan with lots of olive oil.
8: When very hot, add in your prawns and cook for about a minute per side.
9: Remove from heat, squeeze over lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley.
10: Serve the prawns on top of the orzo and enjoy.
