Scallion Powder From Scallion Greens Recipe
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Why It Works
Rather than discard leftover scallion greens, we like dehydrating them in the microwave for a quick and easy grassy-sweet powder that's great for rimming cocktail glasses, sprinkling on fried food, pizza, pasta, or fresh mozzarella.
Recipe Facts
Ingredients
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2 bunches scallions (approximately 16 scallions), green parts only, thinly sliced
Directions
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Spread 1/4 of scallion greens on a microwave-safe plate lined with a double layer of paper towels. Top with a second paper towel (do not press down). Microwave on high for 4 minutes, then continue in 20 second intervals until greens are papery, dry, and crumble when pinched. Repeat with remaining greens.
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Add greens to spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Grind until powdered. Store in an air-tight container.
Special equipment
Spice grinder or mortar and pestle
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Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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5 | Calories |
0g | Fat |
1g | Carbs |
0g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 16 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 5 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 2mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 1g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 0g | |
Vitamin C 3mg | 14% |
Calcium 11mg | 1% |
Iron 0mg | 1% |
Potassium 41mg | 1% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |