Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
3 tbsp

onion

grated or chopped

0.5 cup

oil

0.5 cup

vinegar

0.5 cup

chili sauce

0.5 cup

sugar

1 tbsp

lemon juice

1 tsp

paprika

0.5 tsp

salt

Step 1
~2 min

Combine grated or chopped onion, oil, vinegar, chili sauce or catsup, sugar, lemon juice, paprika, and salt (optional) in a 1-quart jar.

Step 2
~2 min

Seal the jar tightly.

Step 3
~2 min

Shake well before each use.

Step 4
~2 min

Store indefinitely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar and lemon juice to your taste.

For a thicker dressing, add a small amount of xanthan gum.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

2 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, keeps indefinitely.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a green salad.

Use as a dressing for pasta salad.

Drizzle over a wedge of iceberg lettuce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Pasta salad
Iceberg wedge salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A staple in American home cooking and salad bars.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Summer barbecues

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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