Thai Basil Pesto Recipes

THAI BASIL PEANUT PESTO RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Place the Thai basil, garlic, peanuts, sesame oil, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, agave nectar, soy sauce, and lime juice in the bowl of a food processor and puree until smooth. Add salt to taste.
• Use pesto immediately or transfer to an airtight container. Pesto can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
• Enjoy!

THAI PESTO

Steps:

• Blend cilantro, peanut butter, garlic, olive oil, ginger, fish sauce, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper in a blender until smooth.

THAI BASIL PESTO

Steps:

• Using a very sharp knife, roughly chop the basil and transfer to the bowl of a food processor. Slice the garlic and add it to the basil. Turn on the processor and slowly add the oil to form a fine paste. When all of the oil is incorporated, add the remaining ingredients and process to incorporate. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Toss with pasta and serve hot, cold or at room temperature. Use approximately 2 tbsp of pesto for each serving of pasta. Refrigerate remainder and use within 2 days.