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Perilla Leaf Pesto Spaghetti

Cost $8, save $12

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 15 Min
  • 3 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 15 perilla leaves

  • Spices

    • 🧄 1 clove garlic
    • Pinch of pepper
    • 🧂 3 pinches of salt

  • Cheese / Dairy

    • 🧀 1 tsp Parmesan cheese

  • Nuts

    • 🌰 10 mixed nuts

  • Condiments

    • 8 tbsp olive oil

STEPS

1

Wash the perilla leaves thoroughly.

2

Toast the nuts (e.g., cashews, almonds, walnuts) in a dry pan over low heat for 2–3 minutes.

3

Place chopped perilla leaves and toasted nuts into a blender.

4

Add 1 clove of garlic to the blender.

5

Add 1 tsp of Parmesan cheese.

6

Optionally, add chili flakes (peperoncino) and herb mix for extra flavor.

7

Pour in 8 tbsp of olive oil, 3 pinches of salt, and a pinch of pepper.

8

Blend the mixture until smooth to create the perilla leaf pesto.

9

Use the pesto to prepare spaghetti or as a topping for grilled fish.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

350

Calories

  • 10g
    Protein
  • 40g
    Carbs
  • 20g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Let the pesto rest for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.Use leftover pesto for other dishes like grilled fish or bread spread.Toast nuts for a richer flavor profile.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.