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Can be made ahead of time.
Sherry Vinaigrette
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This recipe illustrates the fundamental method for making a balanced vinaigrette. First, salt and herbs are mixed with the vinegar. Then oil is added and the combination is mixed well. Finally, pepper is added and the vinaigrette is tasted, reseasoned, and given a few drops more of more oil, as needed.
With its delicate hint of sherry and shallots and flavoring of fresh thyme, this is the most versatile vinaigrette I make. If you haven’t yet discovered sherry vinegar, this is a good introduction to its sweet flavor.
Yield :
Makes 1 cup
Ingredients
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus a little more, if needed
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
- 1 sprig fresh thyme, leaves only
- ¼ cup sherry vinegar, plus a little more, if needed
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper
Serve with:
- Lobster Salad with White Beans and Fresh Thyme
- Marinated Tuna Salade Niçoise
- Warm Shrimp Salad with Artichokes and Cannellini Beans
- Warm Duck Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts
Use as a marinade for:
Directions
In a medium bowl, whisk the salt, shallots, and thyme with the vinegar until the salt is dissolved. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified. Taste. Season with pepper and a little more salt, and adjust with vinegar or oil, if needed.
Notes
Make-ahead note:
Made without the thyme, Sherry Vinaigrette can be refrigerated up to 3 weeks. Add the thyme and whisk to recombine before using.
© 1996 Debra Ponzek and Joan Schwartz
Nutritional Information
Nutrients per serving (% daily value)
Nutritional information is based on 16 servings.
121kcal (6%)
1mg (0%)
0mg (0%)
1mcg RAE (0%)
6mg
0mg
0g
0g
0g
0g
0mg (0%)
27mg (1%)
2g (9%)
14g (21%)
0mg (1%)
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