Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 head

romaine lettuce

washed and dried

2 unit

egg yolks

fresh

1 tsp

anchovy paste

optional

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 cup

vegetable oil

refined

2 tbsp

lemon juice

freshly squeezed

1 tsp

white vinegar

distilled

0.5 tsp

red wine vinegar

aged

0.5 tsp

oregano

dried

0.25 tsp

black pepper

freshly ground

0.25 tsp

dry mustard

powder

0.25 tsp

salt

table salt

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

0.5 cup

croutons

store-bought

2 tsp

bacon bits

cooked

Step 1
~2 min

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce.

Step 2
~2 min

In a bowl, beat the egg yolks until they become thick.

Step 3
~2 min

Add the anchovy paste and minced garlic to the egg yolks.

Step 4
~2 min

Gradually drizzle in the vegetable oil while continuously mixing to emulsify the mixture. Add the oil very slowly to prevent separation.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 5
~2 min

Incorporate the lemon juice, white vinegar, red wine vinegar, oregano, black pepper, dry mustard, and salt.

Step 6
~2 min

If the dressing is too thick, add a small amount of additional lemon juice to thin it out.

Step 7
~2 min

Pour the dressing over the romaine lettuce.

Step 8
~2 min

Garnish with parmesan cheese, croutons, and bacon bits before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality vegetable oil for best results.

Add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity.

Chill the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (Garlic and Anchovy)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with grilled chicken or shrimp.

Use as a dressing for a classic Caesar salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Grilled Shrimp
Romaine Lettuce
Garlic Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular salad dressing served in restaurants and homes across the US.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Party
BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100

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