Pine Nut Sauce (modified)
| CATEGORY | CUISINE | TAG | YIELD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grains | Cajun | Sauces | 2 | Servings |
INGREDIENTS
| 2 | T | Pine nuts |
| 2 | T | Bread crumbs, seasoned |
| 2 | Cloves garlic, smashed | |
| Cajun seasoning, to taste | ||
| 1/2 | c | Hot water |
| 1 | t | Extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1 | t | Lemon zest, minced |
| 1 | t | Fresh lemon juice |
INSTRUCTIONS
Based on a recipe in The Savory Way by Deborah Madison (1990): "Pine nut sauce is delicious on warm beans, especially white beans and chick peas, and with grilled and stirfried vegetables. It can be used whenever walnut sauce is call for. It will keep for a week or more in the refrigerator. " Dry pan roast the pine nuts and breadcrumbs in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Put the bread, pine nuts, cajun spice, lemon peel, and garlic in the work bowl of a food processor and chop. Add lemon juice and oil. Whir to blend, then with the motor running, gradually pour in some water and process until a paste is formed. Season with salt and pepper (optional); use as a thickener and or sauce for a stew or stew fry; adding water as needed.
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Nutrition (calculated from recipe ingredients)
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Calories: 86
Calories From Fat: 52
Total Fat: 6.2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 51.4mg
Potassium: 69.4mg
Carbohydrates: 6.3g
Fiber: <1g
Sugar: <1g
Protein: 2.1g