Follow these steps for perfect results
Swordfish
Cut into pieces
Lemongrass
Halved and diced
Garlic
Chopped
Soy or Canola Oil
Thai Basil
Blanched
Egg Yolk
Rice Vinegar
Oil
Parmesan Cheese
Grated
Jalapeno
Chinese Long Beans
Sesame Seeds
Sesame Oil
Soy Sauce
Salt
To taste
Pepper
To taste
Potato
Thinly sliced and fried
Cut one stalk of lemongrass in half on a bias.
Skewer the swordfish pieces onto the lemongrass skewers.
Finely dice the remaining lemongrass stalk and combine it with 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic and 1/4 cup of soy oil.
Marinate the swordfish skewers in the lemongrass-garlic oil mixture for at least 10 minutes.
In a blender, combine the blanched Thai basil, egg yolk, rice vinegar, jalapeno, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic.
Slowly drizzle in the 4 ounces of soy oil while blending to emulsify the pesto sauce.
Blanch the Chinese long beans in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
Quickly saute the blanched long beans in a small amount of oil in a pan.
Season the sauteed long beans with salt and white pepper.
Dress the beans with sesame oil, sesame seeds, soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar.
Grill the swordfish skewers over medium heat for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
Toss the long beans in the sesame dressing.
Place the sesame long beans in the center of the plate.
Top the long beans with the fried potato noodles.
Lean the grilled swordfish skewers against the potato noodles.
Finish by drizzling the Thai basil pesto over the swordfish and long beans.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate the swordfish for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor.
Adjust the amount of jalapeno in the pesto to your desired spice level.
Be careful not to overcook the swordfish, as it can become dry.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Pesto can be made a day ahead.
Artistic arrangement of ingredients to showcase colors and textures.
Serve with a side of rice or quinoa.
Garnish with extra sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
Its crisp acidity complements the flavors of the dish.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Thai cuisine is known for its balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.
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