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Thai Basil Pesto

Thai Basil Pesto with a Bold Asian Twist You’ll Love

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai Basil Pesto, a gluten-free sauce bursting with aromatic intensity and a kick of heat, perfect for versatile dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 2 cups Thai Basil Sweet basil can be substituted
  • 1 each Hot Pepper Remove seeds for milder taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 each Green Onion Chives or scallions can be used
  • 1 cup Dry Roasted Peanuts Cashews or walnuts can be substituted
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Ensure it's gluten-free if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for dietary restrictions
  • 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce Use sparingly
  • 1 tablespoon Packed Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can also be used
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Use other mild oils if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prep Peanuts and Garlic - Add the dry roasted peanuts and fresh garlic cloves into your food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
  2. Step 2: Combine Ingredients - Add the Thai basil leaves, hot pepper, and green onions, and pulse until blended.
  3. Step 3: Mix Additional Ingredients - Add the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and packed brown sugar and pulse until incorporated.
  4. Step 4: Mix Oils - Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while the processor is running, followed by sesame oil until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Check Texture and Season - Check the texture; add more oil if too thick to achieve desired consistency.
  6. Step 6: Serve - Transfer the pesto to a bowl and serve immediately with rice noodles or grilled chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor, adjust spice levels to preference, and store leftovers in an airtight container.

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