Crispy Mushroom Cacio e Pepe Orzo
This orzo has a risotto-like consistency. The crispy seasoned mushrooms are scattered on top of a cheesy and creamy orzo.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Air Fryer This is the Cuisinart Digital Air Fryer I use!
Ingredients
- 4 oz Mixed Mushrooms I used baby bella, shiitake, and oyster
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes use more to taste
- Fresh Thyme several sprigs to roast; more to serve
- 2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter divided
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta dry
- 2 cups Chicken Broth or broth of choice
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated; more to serve
Instructions
- On a baking sheet, toss together mushrooms, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste. Scatter several sprigs of fresh thyme on top. I baked in a convection oven at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until edges of mushrooms are crispy. If using a conventional oven, bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes or until edges of mushrooms are crispy.
- Meanwhile, melt 1 tbsp of butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often. Add uncooked orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring often.
- Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then bring to a simmer. Stir often until most of the liquid is absorbed and the orzo is cooked.
- Once the orzo is cooked, add the remaining tbsp of butter and parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine until the butter and cheese are melted. Top with the crispy mushrooms.
- Serve immediately with additional parmesan cheese and fresh thyme.
Video
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Nutrition
Calories: 658kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 850mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 749IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 361mg | Iron: 2mg
