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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

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Source Video
17m
Prep
10m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
37m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$5.22
Total cost
$1.30
Per serving

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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