Fragrant Prawn Farro

This dish is hearty and wholesome. Nutty rustic farro cozies up with zesty prawns and aromatic basil to yield a delicious meal. The melting cheese adds a luscious and satisfying texture that takes it to a new level.

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Fragrant Prawn Farro

Yield: 4

Author: Fida Milki

Ingredients

• 1 pounds shelled and deveined prawns
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 cup Farro
• 4 cups water
• 3 tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
• 4 oz sliced mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves torn
• A drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet on high.
2. Lower the heat to medium and add the prawns.
3. Cook for 2 minutes on each side until the color changes.
4. Add the minced garlic, the salt and pepper and stir until fragrant.
5. Add the lemon zest and juice and turn off the heat.
6. Let rest covered while the farro cooks.
7. Place the farro and the water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
8. Lower the heat and let simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until the farro is tender.
9. Drain the farro and add it to the prawns mixture.
10. Add the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
11. Turn on the heat again and stir everything until well combined and until the cheese starts to melt.
12. Add the basil and mix well. Remove from the heat.
13. Serve warm while the cheese is melting.
14. Sprinkle with some olive oil and more basil.