RECIPE

Spicy Cilantro Pesto

  • ACTIVE:
  • TOTAL TIME: 15 MIN
  • SERVINGS: makes 2/3 cup

This fresh pesto was inspired by the Moroccan spice-and-herb vinaigrette charmoula. Troy MacLarty also uses it as a spread for toast and as a sauce for pasta.

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  • ACTIVE:
  • TOTAL TIME: 15 MIN
  • SERVINGS: makes 2/3 cup
  • BASIC-EASY
  • FAST
  • HEALTHY
  • MAKE-AHEAD
  • VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

  • Ingredients
    1. 1 cup cilantro leaves and small sprigs
    2. 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves and small sprigs
    3. 1 garlic clove, chopped
    4. One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
    5. 1/2 large jalapeño, seeded and chopped
    6. 1/2 cup vegetable oil
    7. Salt

Directions

  1. In a blender, combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, ginger and jalapeño; blend until minced. With the machine on, gradually add the oil in a steady stream and puree. Scrape the pesto into a bowl and season with salt.

Make Ahead

The pesto can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Serve With

Braised Lamb Shanks with Roasted Broccoli and Squash