Charred Corn Husk Oil Dressing

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Charred Corn Husk Oil Dressing
Corn husks can be transformed into a surprisingly flavorful oil. At Seäsonal, this vinaigrette is tossed with Bibb lettuce, radishes, and crisp pumpernickel croutons.

Makes1 cup

Recipe by Seasonal Restaurant & Weinbar in NYC

Photograph by Matt Duckor

August 2013

Ingredients

• 1 ear of corn, in husk
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 5 ounces firm tofu, drained, cut into pieces
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from prod.bonappetit.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat broiler. Shuck corn, reserving husk; discard silk and set aside corn for another use. Place pieces of husk in a single layer on a broilerproof baking sheet. Broil until charred and blackened in spots, about 4 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Purée charred husk and oil in a blender until husk is the size of confetti and oil is darkened in color. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl (you should have about 1 cup infused oil).

Purée tofu, lemon juice, vinegar, honey, and 1/4 cup corn husk oil in a blender until smooth; season with salt and pepper (reserve remaining oil for another use).

DO AHEAD: Charred corn husk oil can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.