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Carrot Ginger Dressing

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After making this flavorful dressing in the processor, we give it a whirl in the blender for the smoothest texture. Crisp iceberg lettuce stands up best to this thick dressing.

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 15 min

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 3/4 cups

Ingredients

1/2 lb carrots (3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped shallot (1 large)
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
1/2 cup peanut or vegetable oil
1/4 cup water

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pulse carrots in a food processor until finely ground (almost puréed). Add ginger, shallot, vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil and pulse until ginger and shallot are minced.

    Step 2

    With motor running, add peanut oil in a stream.

    Step 3

    Transfer to a blender. Add water and blend until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.

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