Dill and cilantro pesto
2 servings
7 minutes
Dill and cilantro pesto is a fragrant and original variation of the classic sauce inspired by the freshness of greens. Unlike traditional Italian pesto, this recipe combines the spicy taste of cilantro with the tenderness of dill, creating a unique palette of aromas. The addition of pecans and Brazil nuts adds depth to the flavor, while Parmesan enriches the texture. Mustard oil and apple cider vinegar add a tangy note, making this pesto an ideal complement to meat dishes, pasta, or fresh bread. It is perfect for dressing salads and marinating fish. This sauce embodies experimentation and an author's approach to traditions, offering a sense of freshness and warmth from home cooking.
1
Chop the garlic coarsely.
- Garlic: 20 g
2
Do the same with the hot pepper.
- Cayenne pepper: 7 g
3
Put cheese and nuts in the blender bowl.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 45 g
- Pecan: 35 g
- Brazil nuts: 3 pieces
4
Chop the greens.
- Dill: 35 g
- Cilantro: 25 g
5
Send greens, garlic, and hot pepper to the blender.
- Garlic: 20 g
- Cayenne pepper: 7 g
- Dill: 35 g
- Cilantro: 25 g
6
Add mustard oil.
- Mustard oil: 80 ml
7
Add apple cider vinegar.
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tablespoon
8
To salt.
- Sea salt: 1 teaspoon
9
Whip vigorously until a homogeneous consistency is achieved.
10
Pour into a glass container.