PASTA WITH VIETNAMESE PESTO
I like pasta with pesto because it is a one-bowl, one-pot deal. This is a really yummy pesto. If you can't find fresh lemon grass, use an equal amount of grated lemon zest instead.
Provided by jen
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Vietnamese
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak rice noodles in a large bowl of cold water for 30 minutes. Drain the noodles, and set them aside.
- Make the pesto: In a blender or food processor combine the chopped cilantro, basil, garlic cloves, lemongrass, jalapeno peppers, imitation fish sauce or salt, and 2 tablespoons of the peanuts. Whirl just until the herbs and peanuts are coarsely chopped. While the machine is running add the oil in a thin stream. Then add the remaining peanuts and run the machine in short spurts until the peanuts are coarsely chopped.
- Place soaked rice noodles into a large skillet with 1/2 cup water over medium-high heat. Stir until most of the water has been absorbed and the noodles are tender.
- Add almost all of the pesto, and stir well, adding a few tablespoons of water if the pesto is clumping.
- Taste the pasta and add more pesto, lime juice, imitation fish sauce, salt, or pepper if you like. Garnish the pasta with the remaining 2 tablespoons of peanuts, and serve right away.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 694.3 calories, Carbohydrate 98.8 g, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 216.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
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Mercy Mercy
[email protected]This is my new favorite pasta recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
rita das
[email protected]I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my pesto turned out really oily. Is there a way to avoid this?
Rabiu Haruna
[email protected]This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
Dammika Rathmle
[email protected]I'm allergic to peanuts, so I used sunflower seeds in the pesto. It was still delicious!
kalema marvin
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, so I substituted chicken in this recipe. It turned out great!
kamal Haidar
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.
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[email protected]The dish was good, but I thought the pesto was a bit too heavy. I would probably use less oil next time.
F2 Ninja boy
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra garlic and chili flakes to give it more flavor.
Uzair Baloch
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover grilled shrimp. It's also a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
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[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this dish, but I was blown away by the flavors. The combination of shrimp, pesto, and peanuts was perfect.
Kendra Crump
[email protected]I loved the freshness of the herbs in the pesto. It really made the dish come alive.
Id1ot Elias
[email protected]The pesto was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by adding a little more sugar. Overall, the dish was delicious and I would definitely make it again.
Avadelle Bills
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the combination of Italian and Vietnamese flavors, but I was pleasantly surprised. The dish was well-balanced and incredibly flavorful.
Steve Prime
[email protected]This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves bold and flavorful food. The pesto is especially good, and I can't wait to try it on other dishes.
Pashto Story
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely delivered. The combination of flavors and textures was out of this world.
Trinity Rand
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow, and the dish came together quickly. I loved that I could use everyday ingredients to create such a unique and delicious meal.
Meghla megh
[email protected]This pasta dish was a delightful fusion of Italian and Vietnamese flavors. The pesto, made with fresh herbs, peanuts, and lime, was incredibly flavorful and perfectly complemented the grilled shrimp.