Rice Noodles with Cilantro Pesto
10 minutes to assemble
8 servings noodles, tossed with cilantro pesto
10 minutes to assemble
8 servings noodles, tossed with cilantro pesto
Our delicate rice noodles are the perfect base for flavor-filled cilantro pesto. They are delicious with any grilled or Thai food.
Ingredients
- 1-16 oz bag Thin Rice Noodles
- 2 cups firmly packed, rough chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons white wine or rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1-2 teaspoons Fish Sauce or 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Put a large pot of salted water on to boil.
- Add cilantro, walnuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, water, garlic and Fish Sauce or salt to food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
- Boil Rice Noodles according to directions on box. Remove 1/2 cup of pasta water just before draining noodles. Drain noodles, rinsing briefly.
- Toss noodles with pesto (using reserved pasta water, if a thinner pesto is desired) and serve.
In This Recipe
Thais use Fish Sauce the way other cultures use soy sauce. Its savory and salty flavors are perfect for stir-frys, curries, marinades and dressings.
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