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Need a recipe for Thai chicken

Thai Basil Paste

Make a batch of this Thai basil paste for use in Thai Basil Chicken (you can also make this with Shrimp).
It's also excellent added into fried rice recipes.

1 1/2 cups fresh basil
1 cup garlic
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 lemons -- juice only
1 cup vegetable oil

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.

Freeze extra Basil Paste in ice cube trays for up to 6 months. Cover with freezer bags to prevent odors from developing in the freezer.

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