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How To Make Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

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How To Make Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
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A favorite among food connoisseurs, balsamic vinaigrette dressing can add a flavorful spice to any dish. Learn the secret to making top notch balsamic vinaigrette dressing from VideoJug's top notch chef, CJ -aka- Chris Jacobson (finalist on the hit TV show Top Chef). Enlarge A favorite among food connoisseurs, balsamic vinaigrette dressing can add a flavorful spice to any dish. Learn the secret to making top notch balsamic vinaigrette dressing from VideoJug's top notch chef, CJ -aka- Chris Jacobson (finalist on the hit TV show Top Chef).

Step 1: Dice The Shallots

  • ½ medium shallot, diced
  • 75 ml balsamic vinegar
  • 150 ml olive oil
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • lemon juice, to taste

Step 2: Add Vinegar And Oil

Add 1/3 cup (75 ml) of balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper to the shallots and begin to mix. Slowly pour 2/3 cup (150 ml) of olive or canola oil into the mixture, whisking briskly until the dressing becomes creamy.

Step 3: Season To Taste

Add salt and black pepper to taste. To brighten the flavor, add a small amount of pure lemon juice. Refrigerate and enjoy!
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  1. GingerPeach

    Here CJ does a great job of explaining the basic balsamic vinaigrette. Of course, he's a top chef!

  2. Dave1950

    I'm getting into cooking and found this interesting info. I was "wowed" by the dicing procedure. This shows you how "basic" I am.