Ingredients & Measurements
Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.
For Pesto Sauce
- Basil Leaves – 2 cups
- Almonds/Pinenuts/Cashewnuts (toasted) – handful or ⅓rd cup
- Garlic Cloves – 2 nos
- Parmesan Cheese Grated – ½ cup
- Olive Oil – ¾ cup
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper powder – to taste
For Pasta
- Dried Pasta – 2cups
- Water – for boiling
- Salt – 1tbsp
- Butter – 1 tbsp
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
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Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip
The secret to authentic restaurant-style gravies lies in the 'Bhuna' stage: cook your onion-tomato masala slowly over medium-low heat until tiny beads of aromatic oil separate around the edges of the pan. This cooks out any raw spice flavor and caramelizes the natural sugars.
Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice
How long can I store leftover Pesto Pasta Recipe?
You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.
Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?
Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.
What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?
Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.