PUMPKIN SEED SPREAD
My version of pumpkin seed spread straddles the fence between sweet and savory, and is very adaptable. It was inspired by a similar (but savory) spread that Cortney Burns and Nick Balla serve at their San Francisco restaurant, Duna.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place garlic pieces in a cold, dry skillet. Add vegetable oil. Cook garlic on low heat until it starts to soften but does not get brown, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. When garlic is tender, remove skillet from heat; let garlic cool in the oil.
- Place pumpkin seeds in a cold, dry skillet. Set heat to medium. Stir seeds until hot and fragrant but not browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer to a bowl.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Add onion and Serrano pepper. Cool until edges start to brown and some bits begin to char, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in apple juice. Reduce heat to medium and cook until liquid is reduced almost all the way and has a syrup-like consistency, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Place pumpkin seeds, cilantro leaves, onion mixture, softened garlic and oil, lime juice, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Cover and pulse on and off until mixture becomes a coarse paste, scraping down sides with a spatula a few times, 1 or 2 minutes. If mixture is quite thick, add a few tablespoons of apple juice or water (apple juice will make it sweeter).
- Continue to process until mixture is to your desired consistency. Transfer to a bowl. Cover; refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours. Taste, and adjust seasonings and acidity as needed with additional salt and/or apple cider vinegar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 201.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
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[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my spread turned out too oily.
Antim Dhakal
[email protected]I had trouble finding pumpkin seeds, but I'm glad I persevered. This spread is worth the effort.
Samantha Fernandez
[email protected]This spread is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.
Abdullah Abdullah
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my house.
nohan nohan
[email protected]This is a great recipe. I made it for a party and everyone loved it.
Jinat Hossain
[email protected]I love this spread! It's so creamy and flavorful. I can't get enough of it.
M A Kalam
[email protected]This spread is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin seeds. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.
Claudine Calma
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pumpkin seeds, but I really liked this spread. It's got a nice, nutty flavor.
Nevaeh Peacock
[email protected]This is the best pumpkin seed spread I've ever had. It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is amazing.
chafu cartelz ke
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this spread. It's got a great flavor and it's really versatile.
Muqaddas Asgher
[email protected]This spread is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love it on crackers or toast.
Warsan Warsan
[email protected]I've been making this pumpkin seed spread for years and it's always a hit. I love the nutty flavor and the creamy texture.