Sorrel-Chive Herb Paste (Pesto) Recipe

Name: Sorrel-Chive Herb Paste (Pesto)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sorrel; 4 tablespoons shallots finely minced; 4 tablespoons pine nuts; 3 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped; 3 tablespoons chives chopped; 4 each orange zest grated; 1/4 each red onion chopped; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 3/4 cup olive oil

Servings: persons

1 cup sorrel
4 tablespoons shallots finely minced
4 tablespoons pine nuts
3 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped
3 tablespoons chives chopped
4 each orange zest grated
1/4 each red onion chopped
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
3/4 cup olive oil

1
Wash the sorrel and dry it well, by hand or in a salad spinner.
2
Chop the sorrel coarsely, and again squeeze away any liquid.
3
Blend the sorrel, shallots, pine nuts, parsley, chives, orange peel and onion in a food processor or blender.
4
(If using a blender, make sure these ingredients are already finely chopped.)
5
Add dry mustard, salt, pepper and cayenne, and mix again.
6
Slowly drizzle in the oil while the blade is moving.
7
Transfer to tempered glass jars and store in refrigerator (for up to 8 to 10 weeks) or in the freezer for up to a year.
8
NOTES: Sorrel's peak season is summer, although you can find hothouse sorrel year round in some stores.
9
You may reduce the amount of orange peel by 1/4 or 1/2 if you'd like to emphasize the sorrel or other flavors.
10
Walnuts or almonds may be substituted for the pine nuts.

563

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sorrel, 4 tablespoons shallots finely minced, 4 tablespoons pine nuts, 3 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped, and more.

Yes, Sorrel-Chive Herb Paste (Pesto) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sorrel-Chive Herb Paste (Pesto)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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