Best Asian Cilantro Peanut Pesto Recipes
THAI BASIL PEANUT PESTO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: thai basil leaves, garlic, dry roasted peanuts, sesame oil, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, agave nectar, soy sauce, lime juice, salt
Provided by Jordan Kenna
Categories Sides
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
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!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 745 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 65 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 22 grams
PASTA WITH CILANTRO-PEANUT PESTO
Cilantro can be polarizing, but many cooks around the world rely on it for the fresh, citrusy element it adds to an array of dishes -- like this pasta dish with Southeast Asian flair.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine cilantro, garlic, ginger, vegetable and sesame oils, red-pepper flakes, lime zest and juice, brown sugar, and 1/4 cup peanuts. Pulse until a coarse paste forms. Season with soy sauce and pulse to combine.
- In a large bowl, toss pesto with pasta. Roughly chop remaining peanuts and sprinkle over pasta along with cilantro leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g
ASIAN PESTO WITH GRILLED SHRIMP
Steps:
- In a food processor: puree peanuts, chiles, garlic, ginger, lime juice, fish sauce, oil, salt and sugar until smooth. Do not overmix as you can heat the mixture. Add the herbs and puree smooth. Check for seasoning. Oil shrimp on both sides and season. Grill on both sides for about 5 minutes total.
- Place a layer of romaine on a plate. Lay 3 grilled shrimp on top and liberally drizzle with pesto.
PEANUT PESTO
Make and share this Peanut Pesto recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a food processor (or blender), place the basil and parsley, and process until finely minced.
- Add all other ingredients except oil, and process until peanuts are finely chopped.
- Through the feed tube, pour in the oil and process until mixture is creamy-smooth.
- Keep refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2530.6, Fat 243.6, SaturatedFat 39.8, Cholesterol 44.1, Sodium 2066.3, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 17.8, Sugar 8.5, Protein 63.1
CILANTRO AND PEANUT PESTO
Top your favorite fish, chicken or pasta with Cilantro and Peanut Pesto! Combine the ingredients in a food processor or blender for this nutty sauce.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings, 1/4 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Process ingredients in food processor or blender until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g
FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO
This is a delicious version of the classic with a little more zip! You can substitute the vinegar with lime juice, lemon juice or Italian salad dressing.
Provided by Gena Urias
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
- In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
- Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
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