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Correo Electrónico
Raciónes: 2
Ingredientes
- Georgian Spinach Pkhali (adapted from Saveur)
- 600g spinach (the proper, big ballsy stuff; I’m done with baby spinach)
- 180g shelled walnuts
- 1 generous handful coriander leaves
- 1 generous handful tarragon leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground fenugreek (I crushed the seeds in a pestle and mortar)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 spring onions
- 1 heaped teaspoon chilli flakes (I used Turkish)
- 1 pomegranate, for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 376g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 398 | |
| Calories from Fat 238 | 60% |
| Total Fat 28.48g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 2.81g | 11% |
| Trans Fat 0.01g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 193mg | 8% |
| Potassium 1666mg | 48% |
| Total Carbs 31.0g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 39% |
| Sugars 13.31g | 9% |
| Protein 14.47g | 23% |
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