Mushroom and Nut Pate Recipe

Name: Mushroom and Nut Pate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds; 1/2 cup raw pistachios; 1 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons; 1/2 small red onion, chopped fine; 1/2 cup quartered shitake mushrooms; 4 to 6 half-dried figs, halved; 1/4 cup Marsala wine; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 scallion, chopped fine; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; Pita chips, as garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup raw pistachios
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
1/2 small red onion, chopped fine
1/2 cup quartered shitake mushrooms
4 to 6 half-dried figs, halved
1/4 cup Marsala wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 scallion, chopped fine
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Pita chips, as garnish

1
Put seeds and nuts in a medium bowl and cover with water.
2
Soak the nuts for about 6 hours.
3
Drain, rinse, and drain again.
4
Reduce vinegar in a small, heavy bottom of saucepan, on medium heat, until syrupy, about 30 minutes.
5
In a saute pan, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil over high heat.
6
Add in the onions, lower to medium high and saute for about 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Add in the mushrooms and continue to saute.
8
Once the onions and mushrooms are browned, remove from heat.
9
Rehydrate the figs in the Marsala on low heat in a small pan for about 10 minutes.
10
Strain, reserving figs and Marsala and set aside.
11
In food processor, add in the nuts, remaining oil, mushrooms, onions, basil, scallions, salt, pepper, and the Marsala drained from the figs.
12
Blend well and adjust seasoning.
13
Make sure the mixture is smooth.
14
Spoon mixture onto a chip, place a fig on top and drizzle with balsamic syrup.

155

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds, 1/2 cup raw pistachios, 1 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons, and more.

Yes, Mushroom and Nut Pate falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mushroom and Nut Pate

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