Caesar Recipe
Make Caesar Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Salad
- 1
Wash Lettuce
Thoroughly wash the Romaine lettuce under cold water to remove any dirt. Drain and dry using a salad spinner or paper towels.
- 2
Tear Lettuce
Tear the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 3
Add Croutons
Add the croutons to the bowl with the torn lettuce.
Preparation of Dressing
- 4
Mince Garlic and Anchovies
Finely mince the garlic cloves and anchovy fillets to create a paste. You can use a mortar and pestle or a knife for this step.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, anchovy paste, egg yolk, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- 6
Emulsify Dressing
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing thickens and becomes creamy.
- 7
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix until combined.
Assembly
- 8
Dress the Salad
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad base of lettuce and croutons.
- 9
Toss Salad
Gently toss the salad to ensure the dressing evenly coats the lettuce and croutons.
- 10
Serve
Serve the Caesar salad immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
