Pesto To Chimichurri; 7 Herby Sauces To Enjoy With Your Meals

By Devi Poojari

November 16, 2023

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The fresh and bright flavours of herbs don’t always have to limit themselves to being garnish. Use them to whip up some delicious sauces that you can spoon over grilled chicken, vegetables or even fried eggs and elevate your simple meal to be a gourmet delight.

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PESTO

With a fresh hit of basil and umami flavours from the parmesan cheese, pesto is a multu-purpose herb sauce to have on hand.

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CHIMICHURRI

The Argentinian herb sauce made with a combination of fresh ingredients, is perfect to spoon over grilled meat or fish.

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GREEN TOMATO CHUTNEY

The tart, firm green tomatoes combined with aromatics like garlic and coriander is a versatile sauce for both, Indian as well as Continental dishes.

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SALSA VERDE

This Mexican condiment made with tomatillos and fresh herbs is perfect to enjoy as a snack with chips or drizzle over tacos.

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GREEN CHUTNEY

A popular Indian condiment that pairs well with just about all kinds of savoury Indian delicacies, the green chutney is a herb-forward accompaniment.

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GREEN GODDESS DRESSING

A creamy and refreshing dip to drench salads, spoon over toasts or even enjoy with pita bread – the green goddess dressing is a one-dip-fits-all kind of recipe.

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GINGER-PUDINA CHUTNEY

A great digestive aid that combines the fibre-rich ginger with mint leaves, pair this chutney with idlis, dosas or even spread inside sandwiches.

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