Amanda Cohens Secret-Weapon Stir-Fry Sauce

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   Tear all the stems off the herbs and spinach.

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   (No need to be exact, just rip off most of them.)

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   Blanch the cilantro, parsley, Thai basil and spinach in a pot of boiling water for about 30 seconds.

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   As soon as they turn bright green, take them out and drop them into a bowl of ice water.

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   Take the greens out of the ice bath and shake off excess water (but leave the greens wet).

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   Put them into a blender or small food processor with the garlic and ginger.

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   Blend until you have a smooth, dark green puree.

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   If its too thick, add a little water to keep it moving, about 1 tablespoon at a time.

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   Pour puree into an ice cube tray and pop it into the freezer.

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    To use in fried rice, add a few cubes to the pan once the vegetables and any other protein are cooked and the rice is translucent; keep stirring as the cubes melt and coat the rice.

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    Season and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.