This is a lightened up “cream” sauce that uses Brazil nuts to give it a deliciously creamy consistency. But the real reason this sauce is so amazing is the lemongrass. The best part— you can put this Lemongrass Brazil Nut Cream Sauce on just about ANYTHING!
Nut sauces are so remarkably easy. All it takes is a little soaking and blending. The first time we made one, we couldn’t believe how truly effortless it was. The key is that it needs to be a high-speed blender or food processor in order to make any nut sauce extra smooth and creamy. This sauce can also be made using cashews or other nuts but we like the rich creamy flavor of the Brazil nuts to offset the sharp lemon.
We also make sauces using regular old lemons from time to time, but we absolutely loved the lemongrass. It gives this sauce an extra zest. But feel free to replace the lemongrass with the juice from one lemon if needed or lemon extract also works.
Did I say you can put this Lemongrass Brazil Nut Cream Sauce on just about anything?! Here are just a few ideas…
1. Pasta
2. Grain bowls
3. Roasted vegetables
4. Cauliflower steaks
5. Or even use it for dipping with fresh cut veggies
Once you realize how easy and delicious nut sauces are, you will probably be making them nonstop. But instead of a plain old “cheese” nut sauce try mixing this Lemongrass Brazil Nut Cream Sauce in from time to time. It will give your senses a thrill and add a spark to whatever you serve it with. Happy blending.
- 1 Cup Raw Brazil Nuts
- 1 Cup Dry White Wine (We used chardonnay)
- 3 Lemongrass Stalks
- 1 Bunch Parsley
- Put the brazil nuts in a small sauce pan and cover with water. Boil the nuts for 15 minutes or simply soak them overnight.
- Trim the ends and peel off the outer most layer of the lemongrass. Slice into thin pieces. Wash the parsley and remove the leaves.
- In a second small sauce pan, place the wine, lemongrass, parsley and season with salt and pepper. Bring the wine to a simmer and allow to cook for 5 minutes.
- Drain the nuts and place them into a high-speed blender. Pour the wine mixture into the blender as well.
- Blend on high for 2 minutes or until sauce is completely smooth.
- Enjoy!
