Spanish Gambas al Ajillo with Charred Tomato Orzo & Crispy Garlic Breadcrumbs

Ingredients

• 12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup whole grain orzo pasta, uncooked
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 8 cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 0.25 cup whole grain breadcrumbs, panko or homemade
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 whole lemon, zest and juice
• 1 cup vegetable broth, low-sodium
• 0.25 cup dry white wine
• 0.5 tsp sea salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook orzo according to package directions in salted boiling water. Drain, reserving 0.5 cup pasta water.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toast breadcrumbs with 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp parsley until golden, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.