orzo

noun

or·​zo ˈȯrd-(ˌ)zō How to pronounce orzo (audio)
: rice-shaped pasta

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Add 1 cup orzo and cook, stirring often, until golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026 Simmer until heated through and the orzo is just cooked, about 1 minute. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 Pour in the stock, bring to a boil and simmer until the orzo is tender, about 10 minutes. — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2026 Serve over pasta, orzo, or even mashed potatoes to ensure that no sauce goes to waste. — Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for orzo

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, barley, from Latin hordeum — more at orgeat

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of orzo was in 1917

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“Orzo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orzo. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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