Vietnamese Pesto
10 minutes
This is an Asian themed pesto I invented which adds Vietnamese mint (also called Vietnamese coriander) to the basil and substitutes peanuts for pine nuts.
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Ingredients
Serves: 2
- 1 handful Vietnamese mint leaves, chopped
- 1 handful fresh basil, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, sliced
- 12 raw peanuts
- 1 teaspoon Vietnamese fish sauce
- splash olive oil
Directions
Preparation:10min ›
Ready in:10min
- Combine all the ingredients in a mortar and pestle and pound until well blended. Add just enough olive oil to dampen it. Serve over spaghetti or as a dip.
Tip
Vietnamese mint or coriander can be found in Asian shops. It's also very easy to grow.
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