Spiny Lobster Orzo Recipe
smoked chili, tomato, lemon
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Lobster
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spiny lobster tails and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they turn opaque. Remove the lobster, let cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Cook the Orzo
In the same pot, add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Sauté Ingredients
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cherry tomatoes, smoked chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Sauté until the tomatoes begin to burst, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Combine Everything
Add the cooked orzo and lobster pieces to the skillet. Pour in the lemon juice and toss everything together to combine well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- 5
Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.