# Basil Pesto

A tutorial on how to make basil pesto, a favorite ingredient to eat in Korean households, from scratch.

- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 70 g Basil
- 0.5 cup Pine nuts
- 4 g Minced garlic
- 30 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 30 g Parmesan cheese
- 1 pinch Salt

## Instructions

1. Add pine nuts, garlic, and salt to a blender and grind them.
2. Add basil and olive oil to the blender and grind them.
3. Fry eggs in a frying pan.
4. Add basil pesto and cheese to the fried eggs.

## Equipment

- Blender
- Frying pan

## Tips

- Roasting the pine nuts before grinding them can enhance their flavor.
- Pre-grinding garlic can help to disperse the flavor and prevent it from being too overpowering.
- Adding salt early can draw out moisture and ensure even seasoning.
- Adding basil last can help preserve its vibrant green color.
- Gradually adding olive oil while grinding helps maintain a fresh flavor.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGx3h5FT3DD/?igsh=MThwbndic2VuNmc2Zw==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/b5521553-58d8-4ba9-a71a-185b29c9e48d
- Extracted: 2025-06-04

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