Ingredients

  • 8 ounces orzo pasta
  • 1 ear of corn, shucked & Kernels removed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 12 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 13 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 34 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 12 teaspoons water
  • 34 teaspoon sea salt
  • 34 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Method

  • Cook Orzo according to Package directions.
  • Use a small sharp knife to cut the kernels off corn.
  • Set Kernels aside.
  • In a large skillet, over medium high heat, heat Olive Oil.
  • Add Garlic and cook for 30 seconds (careful not to burn).
  • Add Shrimp and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Corn and cook until Shrimp are cooked through, another 2 minutes or so.
  • Add cornstarch to water and stir.
  • Add broth, cornstarch & water mixture, salt & Pepper to Shrimp.
  • Stirring until the liquid comes to a boil and sauce thickens.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in green onions and lime juice.
  • Drain Orzo, Transfer to serving bowl and top with Shrimp mixture.
  • Serve Immediately.