Chilean pistou with cilantro pesto is a delectable and aromatic sauce that brings a unique flavor to your culinary creations. This vibrant sauce has its roots in the vibrant culinary landscape of Chile and features a delightful blend of fresh cilantro, piquant chili peppers, and nutty pistachio. This versatile sauce can be used as a marinade for meats, a dressing for salads, or simply as a flavorful dipping sauce. It adds a touch of Chilean flair to any dish and will leave your taste buds tingling with delight.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO
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
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
"Feel free to make this simple pesto ahead of time and freeze it." This brightly colored pesto tastes as fresh as it looks! Karen Deaver, Babylon Village, NY
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cilantro and cheese in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add walnuts and lime juice; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CILANTRO PESTO
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
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
CILANTRO JALAPENO PESTO WITH LIME
This is a spicy alternative to classic basil pesto. You can control the spiciness by using less jalapeno and by removing the seeds and white membrane of the pepper before adding it to the pesto. If you like the spice, just throw it all in!
Provided by Kelly Van Hooser Turner
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Vegetarian
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the cilantro, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, and Parmesan cheese in a blender; pulse until the mixture reaches a soft, paste-like consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 68.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CILANTRO PESTO
Provided by Food Network
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 8
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.
CILANTRO PESTO
Provided by Daisy Martinez
Time 15m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- This is particularly good with shrimp skewers or short ribs, but it would be at home with any simple fish steak or fish fillet off the grill. I went with a straightforward white wine vinegar here, but you can fine tune this to your own taste by using sherry vinegar, lemon and/or lime juice, or balsamic vinegar.
- Pour the oil into a blender jar. Add the cilantro, parsley, almonds, and vinegar and blend until the herbs are finely chopped and the mixture is fairly smooth. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. The pesto can be made up to a day in advance. Scrape into a storage container and press a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent the pesto from turning dark. Refrigerate until ready to use. Bring the pesto to room temperature before serving.
GREEN CHILE CILANTRO PESTO
This is no ordinary pesto! This is pesto New Mexico style. Recipe comes from Real New Mexico Chile Cookbook by Sandy Szwarc. Hope you enjoy it!
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Southwestern U.S.
Time 15m
Yield 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor add the chiles, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, nuts, olive oil, and garlic.
- Puree until amost smooth. Stir in the grated cheese, taste and adjust salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.1, Fat 46, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 316.4, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 6.6, Protein 13.7
CILANTRO-PEPITA PESTO
This flavorful recipe is one of the ways I came up with to use all the cilantro in my garden. Serve it with pasta, tortilla chips for dipping or in any dish that needs perking up. -Ami Okasinski, Memphis, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the first five ingredients in a food processor; cover and pulse just until chopped. Add the lime and lemon juices and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Use a food processor or blender to quickly and easily make the pesto.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can chop the ingredients by hand.
- Store the pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can also freeze the pesto in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Use the pesto as a sauce for pasta, fish, or chicken.
- You can also use it as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.
- Add a dollop of pesto to your favorite soup or stew for extra flavor.
- Experiment with different variations of the pesto, such as using different herbs or nuts.
Conclusion:
Chilean pistou with cilantro pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce that is easy to make. It is perfect for adding flavor to a variety of dishes. Whether you are using it as a sauce for pasta, fish, or chicken, or as a spread for sandwiches or wraps, this pesto is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your meal, give Chilean pistou with cilantro pesto a try. You won't be disappointed!
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