Broccoli-Rabe Pilaf With Pumpkin Seeds And Crispy Shallots Recipe

Name: Broccoli-Rabe Pilaf With Pumpkin Seeds And Crispy Shallots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 bunches (2 pounds) broccoli rabe, well washed and tough stems removed; 2 tablespoons pumpkin-seed oil; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 10 shallots, sliced into very thin rings; Vegetable oil for deep frying; 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained; 4 cups water; 1/2 cup toasted green pumpkin seeds

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 bunches (2 pounds) broccoli rabe, well washed and tough stems removed
2 tablespoons pumpkin-seed oil
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 shallots, sliced into very thin rings
Vegetable oil for deep frying
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
4 cups water
1/2 cup toasted green pumpkin seeds

1
Fill a large kettle 2/3 full of water, add 1 tablespoon of the salt and bring to a boil.
2
Coarsely chop the broccoli rabe and add it to the water.
3
Bring the water just back to a boil, remove from the heat and immediately drain the rabe and plunge it into a large bowl filled with cold water.
4
When completely cool, drain the rabe well and toss it with the pumpkin-seed oil, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to taste.
5
Set aside.
6
In a medium skillet, pour in vegetable oil to a depth of 1/2 inch and heat over high heat until very hot.
7
Working in two batches, fry the sliced shallots until they are very brown and crispy.
8
Drain on paper towels and set aside.
9
In a small kettle, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the onion, stirring until it is translucent.
10
Add the rice and toss to coat.
11
Add the water and remaining 2 1/4 teaspoons salt.
12
Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
13
Add the rabe, toss and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender.
14
Toss in the pumpkin seeds and serve garnished with the crispy shallots.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 2 bunches (2 pounds) broccoli rabe, well washed and tough stems removed, 2 tablespoons pumpkin-seed oil, Freshly ground black pepper to taste, and more.

Yes, Broccoli-Rabe Pilaf With Pumpkin Seeds And Crispy Shallots falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Broccoli-Rabe Pilaf With Pumpkin Seeds And Crispy Shallots

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