Char's Beef Orzo

Savor the rich, savory flavors of **Char's Beef Orzo**, a comforting yet elegant dish that combines tender, charred beef strips glazed in a luscious soy-honey sauce with creamy, butter-infused orzo pasta. This recipe shines with its perfect balance of flavors—umami-packed soy sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic garlic and ginger elevate the beef, while the golden-toasted orzo simmers to perfection in a flavorful stock. Topped with fresh scallions and parsley for a vibrant finish, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 50 minutes and serving four, Char's Beef Orzo offers an impressive weeknight dinner option or a standout meal for casual entertaining. Keywords: soy-glazed beef, orzo pasta recipe, easy beef dinner, one-pan meals, homemade comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef sirloin steak
• 250 grams Orzo pasta
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 500 milliliters Chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the soy glaze by mixing the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 2

Season the beef sirloin steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the beef for 3-4 minutes on each side until a charred crust forms. Remove the steak and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and pour in the soy glaze. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the sliced beef back into the skillet to coat in the glaze. Set aside and keep warm.

Step 5

In a medium pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the orzo pasta and toast lightly, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until golden.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.

Step 7

Stir in the butter to make the orzo creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 8

To serve, spoon the buttery orzo onto plates or a serving platter. Top with the charred soy-glazed beef and drizzle any extra glaze from the skillet over the dish.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced scallions and freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1421.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2697.9

Total Fat 124.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 415.8mg	0%
Sodium 3442.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 41.0g
Protein 166.9g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 219.5mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 1926.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 34.1%