Ingredients for Pacific Rim Pesto
- Fresh Basil
- Pine Nuts
- Fresh Ginger
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Fresh Cilantro
- Macadamia Nuts
- Cashews
- Garlic Clove
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- Tabasco Sauce
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How to Make Pacific Rim Pesto
- Toast 1/2 cup of your choice of nuts (e.g., cashews, macadamia nuts, or peanuts) in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Let cool slightly.
- Combine 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, the toasted nuts, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the food processor running, slowly pour in 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or to taste). Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lemon juice for brightness, Tabasco for heat, or salt to enhance the flavors.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
36g
Carbs
2g
