Asian Pesto

Contributed By: jugreer
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Number of Servings: 6
Origin: Asian
Meal Type: Sauces

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Ingredients

2 Jalapeño chiles, stemmed and seeded
8 Garlic cloves
1 tablespoon Sugar
1 tablespoon Peeled and minced fresh ginger
1 cup Roasted salted macadamia nuts or roasted salted peanuts
Zest of 2 lemons
2 cups Extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup Fresh basil leaves, packed
1 cup Fresh mint leaves, packed
1/2 cup Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves, packed
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

In a blender or food processor, combine the chiles, garlic, sugar, ginger, nuts, zest, and 1 cup of the oil

and blend until smooth. Add the basil, mint, and cilantro and blend while slowly adding the remaining oil

until a thick purée is formed. Season with salt and pepper. Store in a tightly covered jar and refrigerate.

Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Lasts 2 weeks, refrigerated

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