Lemony Crunch

🥘 Ingredients

• extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp
• pepitas ¾ cup
• panko breadcrumbs ¾ cup
• Kosher
• garlic powder ½ tsp
• red pepper flakes ½ tsp
• dried oregano ½ tsp
• medium lemon 1
• Flaky

1. 1

   Prepare: extra virgin olive oil , pepitas , panko breadcrumbs , Kosher salt, garlic powder , red pepper flakes , dried oregano , medium lemon , Flaky sea salt.
2. 2

   Line a large plate or a sheet pan with parchment paper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once warm, add the pepitas and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes , until golden and popping a bit.
3. 3

   Add the panko and season with a bit of kosher salt. Cook for 1 ½ to 2 minutes, or until starting to turn golden, stirring very frequently.
4. 4

   Add the garlic powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, and lemon zest, and cook for 30-60 seconds , stirring constantly, or until the panko is golden brown and the pepitas are golden brown in spots. Transfer to the lined sheet pan and sprinkle with a bit of flaky salt.
5. 5

   Once cool, use the parchment paper to funnel the mixture into a jar for which you have a lid. Seal the jar, label it, and store in the pantry for 3 to 4 weeks.