Peppery rocket leaves & sweet piquanté peppers are the colourful garnish on a bed of loaded orzo, coated with a special UCOOK sour cream & Pesto Princess basil pesto. This creaminess balances NOMU Italian Rub-spice ostrich mince and charred baby marrow. Keep this recipe in a safe spot, Chef, because you will want to make this tasty treasure again and again once you hear all the compliments.
Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince
Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince
with baby marrow & piquanté peppers
Hands on Time: 20 - 40 minutes
Overall Time: 35 - 55 minutes
Ingredients:
- Baby Marrow
- Creamy Pesto
- Free-range Ostrich Mince
- Green Leaves
- NOMU Italian Rub
- Orzo Pasta
- Ostrich
- Piquanté Peppers
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Seasoning (salt & pepper)
- Water
O-YUM ORZO
Submerge the orzo in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the orzo until al dente, 8-12 minutes. Drain, reserve some pasta water and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MINCE & MARROWS
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the baby marrow and the NOMU rub. Fry until the baby marrows are tender, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the heat and season.
ALL TOGETHER
Just before serving, combine the orzo, the loaded mince and baby marrow, creamy pesto, and loosen with the reserved pasta water in increments if it's too thick.
DINNER IS READY
Bowl up the loaded orzo, scatter over the green leaves, and the peppers. Dig in, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 75ml
Free-range Ostrich Mince - 150g
Baby Marrow - 100g
NOMU Italian Rub - 10ml
Creamy Pesto - 80ml
Green Leaves - 20g
Piquanté Peppers - 20g
O-YUM ORZO
Submerge the orzo in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the orzo until al dente, 8-12 minutes. Drain, reserve some pasta water and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MINCE & MARROWS
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the baby marrow and the NOMU rub. Fry until the baby marrows are tender, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the heat and season.
ALL TOGETHER
Just before serving, combine the orzo, the loaded mince and baby marrow, creamy pesto, and loosen with the reserved pasta water in increments if it's too thick.
DINNER IS READY
Bowl up the loaded orzo, scatter over the green leaves, and the peppers. Dig in, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 150ml
Free-range Ostrich Mince - 300g
Baby Marrow - 200g
NOMU Italian Rub - 20ml
Creamy Pesto - 160ml
Green Leaves - 40g
Piquanté Peppers - 40g
O-YUM ORZO
Submerge the orzo in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the orzo until al dente, 8-12 minutes. Drain, reserve some pasta water and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MINCE & MARROWS
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the baby marrow and the NOMU rub. Fry until the baby marrows are tender, 6-7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the heat and season.
ALL TOGETHER
Just before serving, combine the orzo, the loaded mince and baby marrow, creamy pesto, and loosen with the reserved pasta water in increments if it's too thick.
DINNER IS READY
Bowl up the loaded orzo, scatter over the green leaves, and the peppers. Dig in, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 225ml
Free-range Ostrich Mince - 450g
Baby Marrow - 300g
NOMU Italian Rub - 30ml
Creamy Pesto - 240ml
Green Leaves - 60g
Piquanté Peppers - 60g
O-YUM ORZO
Submerge the orzo in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the orzo until al dente, 8-12 minutes. Drain, reserve some pasta water and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MINCE & MARROWS
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the baby marrow and the NOMU rub. Fry until the baby marrows are tender, 6-7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the heat and season.
ALL TOGETHER
Just before serving, combine the orzo, the loaded mince and baby marrow, creamy pesto, and loosen with the reserved pasta water in increments if it's too thick.
DINNER IS READY
Bowl up the loaded orzo, scatter over the green leaves, and the peppers. Dig in, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 300ml
Free-range Ostrich Mince - 600g
Baby Marrow - 400g
NOMU Italian Rub - 40ml
Creamy Pesto - 320ml
Green Leaves - 80g
Piquanté Peppers - 80g
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince?
The preparation time for Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince with baby marrow & piquanté peppers is between 20 and 40 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince with baby marrow & piquanté peppers?
The total time required to make Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince with baby marrow & piquanté peppers is between 35 and 55 minutes.
How many servings does Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince?
Baby Marrow, Creamy Pesto, Free-range Ostrich Mince, Green Leaves, NOMU Italian Rub, Orzo Pasta, Ostrich, Piquanté Peppers
What is the nutritional information of Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince?
Calories: 808, Carbs: 62 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 45 grams, Sugar: 11.7 grams, Salt: 821 grams
How do I prepare Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince?
DINNER IS READY: Bowl up the loaded orzo, scatter over the green leaves, and the peppers. Dig in, Chef! ALL TOGETHER: Just before serving, combine the orzo, the loaded mince and baby marrow, creamy pesto, and loosen with the reserved pasta water in increments if it's too thick. MINCE & MARROWS: Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the baby marrow and the NOMU rub. Fry until the baby marrows are tender, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the heat and season. O-YUM ORZO: Submerge the orzo in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the orzo until al dente, 8-12 minutes. Drain, reserve some pasta water and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince?
Baby Marrow, Creamy Pesto, Free-range Ostrich Mince, Green Leaves, NOMU Italian Rub, Orzo Pasta, Ostrich, Piquanté Peppers
How many calories does Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince have?
808 calories
How much fat content does Pesto Orzo & Ostrich Mince have?
grams
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