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One-Pot Lemon Garlic Prawn and Pea Orzo

Name: One-Pot Lemon Garlic Prawn and Pea Orzo
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) raw prawns, peeled and deveined; 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta (gluten-free if preferred); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 4 cups vegetable or seafood stock, low sodium; 1 cup frozen peas; Zest and juice of 1 large lemon; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for extra richness)

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 12, 2026 | Updated Oct 19, 2026

Mediterranean-Inspired Under review onepoteasypescatarianlightweeknightlemon garlic prawn recipe

Orzo simmered with lemon and garlic, then finished with prawns, peas and parsley. Standard wheat orzo contains gluten.

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Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 4

1 lb (450g) raw prawns, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta (gluten-free if preferred)
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 cups vegetable or seafood stock, low sodium
1 cup frozen peas
Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for extra richness)

Ingredients for One-Pot Lemon Garlic Prawn and Pea Orzo

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent, avoiding browning.
Add the orzo pasta and stir well to coat with oil and aromatics for 1 minute.
Pour in vegetable or seafood stock, lemon zest, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed, about 8-10 minutes.
Add prawns and frozen peas, stirring gently. Cook for 3-4 minutes until prawns turn pink and peas are heated through. Check the prawn flesh is opaque throughout.
Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, butter (if using), and chopped parsley. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or lemon wedges if desired.

One-Pot Lemon Garlic Prawn and Pea Orzo cooking in the recommended pan or pot

Tips

Pan Or Pot Required

For this One-Pot Lemon Garlic Prawn and Pea Orzo , use a large, deep skillet or medium-wide pot ideal for sautéing aromatics and simmering orzo with broth without spillovers.

Cookware Size Guidance

Use a large, deep skillet or medium pot with 3 to 4 quarts (3 to 4 liters) capacity for best results with this One-Pot Lemon Garlic Prawn and Pea Orzo .

Cookware Swap Guidance

Designed as a one-pot pasta dish, this recipe maximizes simplicity using one stovetop pan.

Leftovers Quality

Reheat gently and add a splash of liquid when needed to keep the texture moist and tender.

For a gluten-free version, use labeled gluten-free orzo and stock; pasta cooking time and liquid absorption can differ, so follow the chosen pasta and check tenderness.

Timing note

Allow for preparation, aromatics, toasting the pasta, bringing stock to a boil, simmering until pasta is tender and cooking the prawns through.

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