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Brown-Butter Kung Pao with basil pesto

Weeknight-friendly Brown-Butter Kung Pao with basil pesto with real depth of flavor.

Rating4.4 ★
Total time85 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
Prep 5 min · Cook 80 min · 718 reviews
Close-up of appetizing dumplings on a plate over a wooden cutting board.

Method

  1. Gather and prep everything first: soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger and set within reach of the stove.
  2. Warm a splash of olive oil in a heavy pan over medium heat, then add the celery and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Turn the heat up, add the kung pao, and cook until deeply browned and aromatic.

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