Salsa verde is best made and eaten the day of serving to retain the freshness of flavour and colour.
INGREDIENTS
1 large stalk lemongrass
¼ cup each packed mint and coriander leaves
2 cloves garlic, crushed
¼ teaspoon chilli flakes
finely grated zest and juice 1 lime
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup olive oil
sea salt and freshly ground pepper
METHOD
Remove the tough outer layer of the lemongrass and discard.
Grate the lemongrass on a fine grater and place in a food processor along with all the remaining ingredients. Season and process until smooth and a very bright green. Makes about 1 cup
Related Content
latest issue:
Issue #123
Depending on where you live, spring can bring anything from warmer temperatures and rainy days, to hail, sleet and snow! Dish has you covered for all weather in our latest issue with everything from new season’s fresh asparagus to comforting fried chicken, three ways. With pizzas, dinners for two, recipes for entertaining, indulgent desserts, easy ‘make it tonight’ dishes, an extract from Olivia Galletly’s latest cookbook, fritters, and even a Mexican feast, this issue is jam-packed. With 100 recipes, this bumper issue is one not to be missed!