Spiced orzo with spinach

Spiced orzo with spinach
Orzo is, in fact, a tiny pasta that looks similar to rice. Enjoy on its own
or with Mediterranean-style dishes.
INGREDIENTS
200g (7oz) orzo
11⁄2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tsp ground coriander
1⁄2 tsp ground cumin
pinch of cayenne pepper
150g (51⁄2oz) baby spinach leaves
4 tbsp chopped coriander or flat-leaf parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper
METHOD
1 Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the orzo and cook for 15 minutes,
or according to the packet instructions.
2 Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and fry over a medium heat
for 3 minutes, or until just soft but not coloured. Stir in the garlic, coriander, cumin, and cayenne,
and continue frying for a further minute.
3 Add the spinach to the pan with the water clinging to its leaves from washing. Cook, stirring,
for 3 minutes, or until it is just wilted.
4 Drain the orzo well, shaking off any excess water. Tip the orzo into the pan with spinach and
mix the ingredients together, using 2 spoons or forks. Stir in the coriander and season to taste
with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.
PREPARE AHEAD The whole dish can be made up to 1 day in advance, refrigerated,
and served cold. Add extra olive oil and toss, if needed.

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