Classic Caesar Salad
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A timeless Caesar salad recipe focusing on homemade croutons and a rich, creamy Caesar dressing that's the heart of the dish.
00:20:00 total
Serves 4
medium
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Ingredients
- garlic - watch the video to see (chopped and pressed into a paste)
- kosher salt - watch the video to see (plus more for seasoning)
- anchovies - watch the video to see
- egg yolk - 1
- olive oil - watch the video to see (extra virgin, added slowly)
- romaine lettuce - watch the video to see (brush each layer)
- lemon juice - watch the video to see
- black pepper - watch the video to see (freshly ground)
- bread - watch the video to see (for croutons)
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Paste: Chop and press garlic with kosher salt until it forms a paste.
- Make Caesar Dressing: Combine garlic paste, anchovies, egg yolk, and a pinch of salt. Slowly add olive oil while whisking constantly until the mixture emulsifies.
- Prepare Croutons: Cut bread into cubes and bake or fry until crispy.
- Assemble the Salad: Brush each layer of romaine lettuce with the dressing, add croutons, sprinkle with lemon juice, flaky salt, and black pepper. Toss gently.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your choice of utensil.
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