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1 preheat oven to 350°F (190°C)

2 Place almonds, chillies, lime juice, garlic and ginger In a food processor and mix well. Add the basil and mint leaves, slowly adding sufficient oil to achieve a thick puree. Check for seasoning

3 Slice the pork loin into 4 portions and roll each to form a thin escalope

4 Season the pork and spread on the pesto mixture. Save a little pesto for garnishing.

5 Roll the escalopes and tie each one with string.

6 In a hot sauté pan coated with oil, sear the pork roulades on all sides.

7 Place the roulades in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.

8 Leave for at least 5 minutes before slicing.

9 Garnish with slivered almonds and remaining pesto