orzo

[ awr-zoh ]

noun

1. pasta in the form of small ricelike grains.

Word History and Origins

Origin of orzo¹

< Italian: literally, barley < Latin hordeum; gorse, orgeat

Example Sentences

Cook: End your day with this one-pan spinach and feta orzo.

From New York Times

Serve with warmed pita bread or a rice or orzo pilaf.

From Washington Times

Then, instead of cooking the orzo in water, I use broth, which infuses the pasta with flavor as the liquid reduces to a silky sauce, spiked with lemon zest for brightness.

From Seattle Times

This orzo salad puts zucchini to good use.

From New York Times

Serve nutty orzo with tender meatballs, bitter greens and spoonfuls of herby yogurt.

From New York Times

Related Words

• gnocchi
• linguine
• macaroni
• ravioli
• spaghetti
• tortellini