Bush Pesto Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Australia with this unique Bush Pesto recipe! Infused with the aromatic punch of native mountain pepper and the sweet tang of bush tomatoes, this pesto offers an exciting twist on a classic. Discover authentic Australian indigenous herbs and create a truly special culinary adventure. Perfect as a dip with breadsticks or wattle seed blinis (recipes linked below!).

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1797.2 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bush Pesto

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How to Make Bush Pesto

  1. Combine 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a food processor or blender.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of mountain pepper, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped bush tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic, and a pinch of sea salt. Process until a chunky paste forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or olive oil to achieve your desired consistency and flavor.
  4. Serve immediately on crusty breadsticks, wattle seed blinis, or use as a vibrant sauce for pasta.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

153g

Carbs

2g

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