Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c Packed fresh basil leaves
1 c Packed fresh mint leaves
1/2 c Walnuts
2 tb Orange juice concentrate
-- (frozen), thawed
2 ea Garlic cloves
1/4 c Olive oil (or more)
In processor, blend first 5 ingredients until almost
smooth. With machine running, gradually add 1/4 cup
olive oil; process until smooth. If pesto is dry, mix
in more oil by spoonfuls. Season with salt and
pepper. (Can be made ahead. Press plastic wrap onto
surface of pesto. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days
or freeze up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature
before using.) Makes about 3/4 cup.
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23.5.08
21.5.08
Cilantro-Citrus Pesto
For an unusual Asian-flavored light main course, toss this vibrantly flavored pesto with thin Chinese wheat-flour noodles and top with sautéed or grilled shrimp.
1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs, tender stems included
¼ cup minced shallots
2 tablespoons roasted peanut oil (see Tip)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese chili paste with garlic, or to taste
Dash of freshly ground pepper, or to taste
Dash of salt, or to taste
Finely chopped dry-roasted, unsalted peanuts and sprigs of fresh cilantro for garnish
Put all of the ingredients into a food processor; process until the mixture is nearly smooth
1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs, tender stems included
¼ cup minced shallots
2 tablespoons roasted peanut oil (see Tip)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese chili paste with garlic, or to taste
Dash of freshly ground pepper, or to taste
Dash of salt, or to taste
Finely chopped dry-roasted, unsalted peanuts and sprigs of fresh cilantro for garnish
Put all of the ingredients into a food processor; process until the mixture is nearly smooth
Strawberry Basil Pesto
Pesto Fraise Basilic
35 grams (1/3 cup) freshly grated Parmesan
35 grams (1/3 cup) whole blanched almonds, toasted
A small handful (about 1/3 cup) fresh basil leaves
5 small strawberries (or 3 large), hulled [be sure to use fragrant and full-flavored strawberries: if they're a bit bland, I'm quite sure they'll get lost in the battle]
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt, freshly ground pepper
Makes about 1/2 cup (the recipe can be doubled).
Combine the Parmesan, almonds, and basil in a mixer or blender, and process in short pulses until the mixture forms a paste. Add the strawberries and olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and mix until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Transfer into a jar, close tightly, refrigerate, and use within a few days.
Use in sandwiches, on canapés and crostini, toss with pasta, etc.
35 grams (1/3 cup) freshly grated Parmesan
35 grams (1/3 cup) whole blanched almonds, toasted
A small handful (about 1/3 cup) fresh basil leaves
5 small strawberries (or 3 large), hulled [be sure to use fragrant and full-flavored strawberries: if they're a bit bland, I'm quite sure they'll get lost in the battle]
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt, freshly ground pepper
Makes about 1/2 cup (the recipe can be doubled).
Combine the Parmesan, almonds, and basil in a mixer or blender, and process in short pulses until the mixture forms a paste. Add the strawberries and olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and mix until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Transfer into a jar, close tightly, refrigerate, and use within a few days.
Use in sandwiches, on canapés and crostini, toss with pasta, etc.
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