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Asian Sesame Basil Pesto with Noodles
Recipe by Ian Fujimoto
A vibrant fusion pesto that swaps pine nuts for toasted sesame seeds and classic basil for Thai basil, finished with a splash of sesame oil and lemon (or yuzu) juice. Tossed with cooked noodles, this quick‑cook sauce delivers nutty, herbaceous flavor with an Asian twist.
EasyAsian FusionServes 4
Printable version with shopping checklist
Source Video
17m
Prep
10m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
37m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$5.22
Per serving:$1.30
Critical Success Points
- • Toast sesame seeds without burning
- • Blend pesto to the right texture
- • Cook noodles al dente and reserve pasta water
- • Toss noodles with pesto using reserved water to achieve proper coating
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil and boiling water can cause burns – handle with care.
- • Use a dry skillet for toasting seeds to avoid splattering oil.
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