Gremolata is an Italian garnish typically used to add a touch of bright flavor to rich dishes like osso buco, roast lamb or pork. We've added toasted pistachios and an optional pinch of red pepper flakes that makes this a good match with vegetable-based dishes too. No pistachios? Substitute toasted almonds or pine nuts. Resist the urge to blend up all the ingredients in a food processor or blender. Gremolata is meant to be a chunky, rather than pureed, condiment.
- 1/2 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup pistachios, toasted, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste