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ZHOUG: SPICY CILANTRO PESTO RECIPE



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Zhoug is a lesser known Mediterranean sauce, but a must-try! Think spicy, fragrant, cilantro pesto...kinda.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Sauce/Dip

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 jalapeno peppers (or hot green chiles), sliced
2 garlic cloves
salt
1 cup (packed) fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup (packed) fresh parsley
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground green cardamom
1/3 cup Early Harvest extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade, add the jalapeno, garlic and salt. Coarsely chop.
  • Now add cilantro, parsley and spices. Run processor until a finer thick paste forms.
  • Transfer the cilantro paste to a bowl. Add the olive oil and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Sugar 2.1 g, Sodium 307 mg, Fat 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg

CILANTRO PESTO



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This quick and easy cilantro pesto recipe is the perfect way to use up any extra cilantro you have. Serve on grilled meat, seafood, pasta and more!

Provided by Isabel Eats

Categories     Sauce

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups loosely packed cilantro
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup cotija cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons lime juice ((about 1 1/2 limes))
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse until mostly smooth.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 120 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 243 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

ISLAND CILANTRO PESTO



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My version of island pesto. This tastes great on grilled shrimp, as a sandwich spread. Use it like chutney, pesto, a dip, or a spread.

Provided by Kathy228

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup unsweetened coconut, firmly packed
1 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2-3/4 cup green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons ginger, minced
1 -2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons peanut oil
1/4 cup water or 1/4 cup coconut milk

Steps:

  • Place first eight ingredients in food processor. NOTE: Don't add sugar if the coconut is sweetened.
  • Process about 1 minute till almost smooth but not pureed. Leave some texture.
  • Drizzle in the olive oil while processing.
  • If too thick add water or coconut milk, a tbsp at a time.
  • Chill at least 3-hours. Flavors develop best when chilled overnight. Thin with a little water or coconut milk if necessary.

CILANTRO PESTO



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cloves garlic, peeled
1 bunch fresh parsley, stemmed
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stemmed
2 tablespoons almonds, toasted
4 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Hand chop the garlic, parsley, cilantro, and almonds. Combine the pesto mixture with the oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well mixed. Serve as a dipping sauce with the tortitas de papas cruda y elote.

CULANTRO PESTO



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Make this new pesto recipe with a twist: It uses a staple Puerto Rican herb instead of the usual basil.

Provided by Von Diaz

Categories     Cilantro     Parsley     Sauce     Sauce Secrets     Herb     Puerto Rico

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup packed fresh culantro leaves
1/3 cup grated Parmesan and/or Pecorino Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, salt, pepper to taste, and pine nuts in a food processor. Add the oil and culantro and process until smooth. Add the cheese and pulse to incorporate. Store in an airtight container until ready to use, up to 1 week in the refrigerator or 4 months in the freezer.

FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO



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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

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
1 bunch fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup walnuts or pecans
salt to taste
½ cup olive oil

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

CILANTRO PESTO



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This is a wonderful twist on pesto. Sometimes the basil version gets old and you want to impress everyone at the dinner table or potluck with a tasty new version.

Provided by DragonShoes

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup almonds
3 large garlic cloves
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine the cilantro, garlic and almonds in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add the parmesan, oil and salt and puree to a smooth paste. Stir into hot pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 447.3, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 2, Sugar 1, Protein 6.3

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