Almond Chermoula

Description
North African pesto or salsa
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Source: The Midwest Traveler
 * Makes approx 2 cups.

Ingredient

 * 1 small onion, minced
 * ½ cup raisins
 * ½ teaspoon saffron mixed into 2 tablespoons water
 * ½ cup toasted almonds, blanched and slivered
 * 3 cups fresh cilantro leaves
 * 1 large handful mint leaves
 * 3 plump garlic cloves
 * pinch or two of red pepper flakes
 * 1¼ cups olive oil
 * lime juice to taste

Directions

 * 1) Place the onion, raisins, saffron and half the almonds into a large bowl and set aside.
 * 2) Puree the remaining almonds, cilantro, mint, garlic, red pepper flakes, olive oil and lime juice.
 * 3) Fold the purée into mixture in the bowl.