Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette

By Lady Butterfly

Fresh ginger and nutty toasted sesame seeds are a classic combination in Asian cuisine. Use this easy dressing to add Asian flair to salads, noodle dishes, or grilled fish, chicken, or meats.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoon(s) grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon(s) minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon(s) sugar
• 2 tablespoon(s) rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoon(s) soy sauce
• 1/4 cup(s) peanut or canola oil
• 1 tablespoon(s) Asian toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon(s) snipped fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon(s) toasted sesame seeds

Preparation

Step 1

Whisk together grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, sugar, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.

While whisking, slowly add peanut or canola oil and toasted Asian sesame oil until emulsified.

Stir in snipped fresh chives and toasted sesame seeds.

Yields: 2/3 cup (enough for a salad for 4)

TIME-SAVING TIP:
Double or Triple this recipe and store it in old shake-and-serve mustard or jam jar.Vinaigrette will stay fresh for a week