Thai-Style Pesto with Rice Pasta Recipe

Name: Thai-Style Pesto with Rice Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 pound rice pasta, penne or wide noodles; 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves; 5 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, divided; 2 tablespoons tamari; 2 large cloves garlic, pasted; 1 lime, juiced; 1 Fresno chile, seeded; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Toasted sesame oil, for drizzling; Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
1 pound rice pasta, penne or wide noodles
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
5 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, divided
2 tablespoons tamari
2 large cloves garlic, pasted
1 lime, juiced
1 Fresno chile, seeded
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Toasted sesame oil, for drizzling
Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Salt the water, add the pasta, and cook to al dente.
3
Place the basil, 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, tamari, garlic, lime juice, and chile into a food processor.
4
Pulse into a paste.
5
Drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil.
6
Pour the pesto into a large bowl and add a splash of starchy cooking water.
7
Drain the pasta, add to the sauce, and toss to combine.
8
Drizzle with sesame oil, garnish with scallions and the remaining 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds.

756

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 1 pound rice pasta, penne or wide noodles, 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, 5 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted, divided, and more.

Yes, Thai-Style Pesto with Rice Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Thai-Style Pesto with Rice Pasta

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