Pan-Seared Skillet Crusted Dates
Sweet dates coated in a savory crust and seared to perfection. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●12 Dates
- ●2 tsp smoke paprika
- ●1 tsp hot paprika
- ●2 tbsp creamy mustard
- ●1 tsp pungent garlic powder
- ●1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- ●2 tbsp skillet oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together the flour, smoke paprika, hot paprika, creamy mustard, and pungent garlic powder.
- 3
Cut the dates in half lengthwise and remove the pits.
- 4
Coat each date half in the flour mixture, pressing the mixture onto the dates to help it stick.
- 5
Heat the skillet oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
Add the coated dates to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the dates are cooked through and the crust is crispy.
- 8
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- 9
Serve the pan-seared dates hot, garnished with additional pungent garlic powder if desired.