Baharat Spiced Chickpea Salad
Baharat is a lovely Middle Eastern seasoning blend that typically includes cardamom, cloves, cumin, nutmeg, coriander, black pepper and paprika, but quantities and exact ingredients can vary quite a bit. Its flavor is warm, sweet, and aromatic, much like garam masala. It is delicious as a meat rub, as a marinade, or simply as a seasoning for meat, seafood, or veggie dishes. Serves 2. 1 cup chickpeas1/2 cup fresh of frozen, defrosted green peas2 Red Dog carrots, julienned or grated3 Red Dog purple green onions, diced2/3 cup crumbled feta...
read moreParmesan Chicken and Collards
Serves 4. 2 tablespoons olive oil1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch-thick stripsKosher saltFreshly ground black pepper1 medium yellow onion, diced3 cloves garlic, mincedPinch red pepper flakes1 bunch Red Dog collards, stems removed and leaves coarsely chopped1/2 cup dry white wine1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes....
read moreTurnip & Carrot Curry
Serves 4. 2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, sliced vertically4 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon ginger, minced1 tablespoon ground turmeric2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons ground coriander1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)2 cups vegetable broth1 can (15-ounce) coconut milk (regular or light)3 medium Red Dog carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium Red Dog turnips, peeled and cubed1/2 lb. Red Dog spinachSalt and freshly ground black pepperBrown basmati rice, for serving Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add...
read moreGreen Garlic Pesto
Add generously to cooked spaghetti or spread on crusty bread. 1 cup Red Dog green garlic, finely chopped1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup Parmesan cheese1/4 cup Red Dog basil leavesJuice of one lemon Salt to taste Place the garlic scapes in a food processor and pulse for 30 seconds. Add the sunflower seeds and pulse for 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the olive oil and process on high for 15 seconds. Add the Parmesan cheese and pulse until the ingredients are combined. Add the basil...
read moreBraised Chard with Garlic Scapes & Miso Butter
Makes 2 servings. 1 Tbsp. butter1/2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil1/2 Tbsp. miso1 bunch Red Dog garlic scapes (or one stalk Red Dog green garlic), chopped into 1/4″ pieces1/2″ piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced1/2 cup vegetable broth1 bunch Red Dog chard, de-stemmed and leaves torn1/4 tablespoon rice wine vinegar1/8 teaspoon kosher salt Heat butter and oil in a medium pot over medium heat until butter is melted. Add miso; cook, stirring constantly, until miso begins to bubble, about 1 minute. Add green garlic...
read moreTurnip Salad with Arugula & Bacon
Serves 4. 4 teaspoons red wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt2 teaspoons honey1/4 cup virgin olive oilPepper1 bunch Red Dog hakurei turnips1/4 lb. arugula4 ounces bacon in bite-sized piecesRed Dog salad mix (optional)Fresh mint (optional) Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar and salt until the salt dissolves. Whisk in the honey, oil, and pepper. Prepare vegetables: Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the turnips into paper-thin rounds. Wash and dry the arugula. Toss: In a large bowl, combine turnips, arugula and bacon....
read moreGinger Soy Hakurei Turnips
Serves 2-3. 1-2 teaspoons olive oil1 clove garlic, minced1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated1 bunch Red Dog hakurei turnips1-2 tablespoons soy sauceSeparate turnip roots from greens and set greens aside for later. Chop turnip roots into 1″ pieces. In a saute pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add turnip roots and cook until slightly brown, about 3-4 minutes. Add in greens and soy sauce, cooking until greens begin to wilt, 1-2 minutes. Enjoy!
read moreSpinach Quesadillas
Serves 4. 1 bu. Red Dog spinach4 Red Dog green onions, chopped1 small tomato, chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend1/4 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese6 flour tortillas (6 inches)Reduced-fat sour cream, optional In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir first 6 ingredients until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses. Top half of each tortilla with spinach mixture; fold other half over filling. Place on a griddle...
read moreSpiced Turnips with Spinach
Serves 4. 1 bu. Red Dog hakurei turnips1 onion, roughly chopped1 Tbsp. butter1 Tbsp. olive oil1 tsp. cumin seeds1 tsp. ground turmeric1 tsp. garam masala1 bu. Red Dog spinach Pinch salt4 Tbsp. yogurt (optional)4 sprigs cilantro (optional) Separate turnip roots from greens and use greens for another recipe. Cut the roots into quarters. Cook turnips, either by boiling or in a steamer, until tender. In a shallow pan, fry the onion in a little butter and oil until soft and golden, then add the cumin seeds, ground turmeric and garam masala....
read morePan-Fried Turnips with Onions & Spinach
Serves 4. 1 bunch Red Dog hakurei turnips1 Tbsp olive oil1 Tbsp butter1 sprig thyme2 Tbsp Red Dog green onions1 cup Red Dog spinach, loosely packed1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper Separate turnip roots from greens. Set aside greens to use elsewhere. Cut turnips into quarters. Place a large frying pan over medium heat. When hot add the olive oil to the pan and swirl to coat. Add the turnips when the oil shimmers. Cook the turnips until browned on one side. Turn them over and add green onions and thyme. The turnips are ready when a fork piercing the...
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