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Extra Dressing Recipe

Inspired by The Hideout

Time40m

Serves6

Make Extra Dressing Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Ranch Dressing Base

1 cups Mayonnaise

1/2 cups Buttermilk

1/4 cups Sour cream

Fresh Herbs & Aromatics

2 tbs fresh parsley, finely chopped

2 tbs fresh chives, finely chopped

1 tbs fresh dill, finely chopped

1 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 medium clove)

1 tsp shallot, very finely minced (optional)

Seasoning

1 tsp ReaLemon lemon juice

1/2 tsp Apple cider vinegar

3/4 tsp kosher salt

1/4 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground

1/4 tsp granulated sugar (or honey)

Optional Adjustments

1/4 tsp hot sauce (for heat)

1 tsp olive oil (to thin if needed)

Method

Ranch Dressing Base

1

Combine creamy base

In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup buttermilk, and 1/4 cup sour cream until smooth and fully incorporated.

Fresh Herbs & Aromatics

2

Stir in the chopped herbs and aromatics: add 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 2 tablespoons chives, 1 tablespoon dill, 1 minced garlic clove, and the optional 1 teaspoon minced shallot. Mix thoroughly so the herbs are evenly distributed.

Seasoning

3

Add 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar (or honey). Whisk to combine and taste; adjust salt, acid, or sugar to balance brightness and seasoning.

Optional Adjustments

4

If you prefer a thinner dressing, whisk in up to 1 teaspoon olive oil or more buttermilk a tablespoon at a time until you reach desired consistency. For heat, add 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce and mix.

Resting & Storage

5

Cover and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld (preferably 2 hours). Stir or shake before serving. Keeps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.