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Homemade Italian Dressing

Name: Homemade Italian Dressing
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 150 ml red wine vinegar; 450 ml olive oil; 1-2 shallots; 1 garlic clove; 1 tsp medium hot mustard; 1-2 tsp honey; to taste salt; to taste freshly ground black pepper; 5-8 fresh oregano; 5-8 fresh basil leaves

⏱ 15 min

An easy homemade Italian salad dressing that can be stored in the refrigerator for several days. This flavorful vinaigrette works wonderfully with various salads and cold dishes.

Adapted from a video by Thomas kocht

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Ingredients

red wine vinegar150 ml
olive oil450 ml
shallots1-2
garlic clove1
medium hot mustard1 tsp
honey1-2 tsp
saltto taste
freshly ground black pepperto taste
fresh oreganoor 1-2 teaspoons dried oregano5-8
fresh basil leavesthyme can also be used as a substitute5-8

Steps

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1
Finely dice the shallots into small cubes and mince the garlic. Sprinkle salt over the garlic and crush it with the back of the knife into a paste—the salt helps break it down more easily.
2
Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan, add the shallot and garlic mixture, and gently sauté over low heat until soft.
3
When the shallots are soft, reduce heat and add fresh oregano (or dried oregano) to allow the herbs to release their flavors. You can also add thyme or other fresh herbs if desired.
4
Transfer the shallots and garlic to a bowl, then add red wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar), mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
5
Use a whisk to thoroughly combine all the spices and seasonings in the vinegar. This step is important because once the oil is added, it will be harder to dissolve the seasonings.
6
Slowly drizzle the olive oil in while continuously whisking, watching as the dressing gradually thickens and emulsifies. Using an immersion blender works even better for superior emulsification.
7
Finally, chop the fresh basil and stir it in. Note that fresh herbs will gradually lose their color in the refrigerator, but this doesn't affect the taste.
8
Pour the finished dressing into a clean glass jar, leaving some space at the top to allow for shaking before use. Refrigerate until needed, and shake well before each use.

Homemade Italian Dressing

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