Recipes

Spicy Cilantro Pesto

Name: Spicy Cilantro Pesto
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup cilantro leaves and small sprigs; 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves and small sprigs; 1 garlic clove, chopped; One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped; 1/2 large jalapeño, seeded and chopped; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; Salt

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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. Plus: Pasta Recipes and Tips

By Troy MacLarty

Updated on October 26, 2015

Total Time:

15 mins

Yield:

makes 2/3 cup

Ingredients

1 cup cilantro leaves and small sprigs
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves and small sprigs
1 garlic clove, chopped
One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 large jalapeño, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Salt

Directions

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.