Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 1,033kcal 51%
Fat 103g 158%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Protein 15g 30%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Sodium 779mg 32%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Homemade Shiso Pesto

Name: Homemade Shiso Pesto
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 oz shiso leaves (perilla/ooba) (30 leaves or 25 extra large leaves; you can substitute basil, arugula, baby spinach, kale, or parsley); 3 Tbsp pine nuts (1 oz, 30 g; toasted, preferably; you can substitute walnuts, cashews, or almonds); 2 cloves garlic (peeled); 1 oz Parmigiano-Reggiano or Parmesan cheese (a bit less than ⅓ cup if freshly grated; ¼ cup if pre-shredded); ½ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt; ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (plus a little bit more to cover the pesto in the final step)

Prep 10m

Total 10m

This homemade shiso pesto is a flavorful twist on the traditional recipe. With the addition of shiso leaves and pine nuts, it's a unique and delicious option for pasta, sandwiches, and more. Easy to make and versatile, this pesto is a must-try for any home cook.