Pistou
A vibrant and smooth sauce, it balances rich, aromatic flavors with a hint of sharpness, perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes.
Servings: 12 tablespoons
Ingredients
- 1 large clove garlic peeled
- 2 oz fresh basil leaves ~2 packed cups
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt or 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- With a food processor running add garlic through chute to mince. Scrape down the sides and add basil, parmesan cheese and salt; process until minced, scraping down sides as needed.
- With the food processor running, drizzle olive oil through the chute in a steady stream; process just until combined. (recipe note #2) Taste for seasoning and add more salt if needed. Transfer pistou to a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (recipe note #3)
Notes
- Or make with a mortar and pestle.
- If you're making the pistou ahead of time, transfer to a small container and level the surface with the back of a spoon. Add a thin layer of olive oil to preserve its vibrant color; cover and refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 267IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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