Active Time: 50 MIN
Total Time: 1 HR 30 Mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
Squab:
- 4 King Cal Whole Squab
Fennel Seasoning:
- Pollen Ranch Lavender fennel sea salt
- 1 tbsp per squab
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Broccolini:
- 2 Bunches of Broccolini
- 1 Vegetable bouillon cube (optional)
- Pinch of kosher salt
Orzo:
- 1 ¼ c Orzo
- ¾ c. water
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Pinch of kosher salt
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare the Squab
Preheat the oven to 375 F degrees.
Combine all the seasoning ingredients in a mixing bowl and make sure they are thoroughly combined.
Rinse & pat the squab dry.
Lightly rub squab with olive oil and rub squab with seasoning mix.
Place squab breast side up in a shallow ovenproof dish.
Roast squab in the oven uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until squab is done. (best served medium rare)
In the meantime prepare both the orzo and broccolini.
Step 2: Prepare the Orzo
In a skillet over low-medium heat, melt the butter.
Then add the uncooked Orzo, and mix well to coat the pasta in the butter. Stir continuously until the pasta is lightly golden brown, about 4 minutes.
Whisk in the water or broth, and bring to a low boil.
Then reduce the heat to low, cover and let simmer until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare the Broccolini
Bring water to boil in a medium pot. Add 1 vegetable bouillon cube (optional) for flavor and dissolve completely.
Fill a separate bowl with ice water.
Add broccolini to boiling water and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
Immediately plunge into cold water. Remove and pat dry. Season with salt.
Plate & enjoy.