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

Serve it with buttered orzo, maybe, or pearl couscous slicked with olive oil.

From Salon

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

Related Words

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