Ginger Vinaigrette with Cilantro and Green Onion

Name: Ginger Vinaigrette with Cilantro and Green Onion
Yield: Makes ⅔ cup/165 ml
Ingredients: 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil; ½ tsp sambal oelek (see Cook’s Note); ½ tsp. minced garlic; ¼ cup/60 ml. canola or other neutral oil; 2½ tbsp. fresh lime juice; 3 tbsp. peeled and minced fresh ginger; 1 tsp. granulated sugar; 1 tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar; 2 tbsp. thinly sliced green onion, including green tops; 3 tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro; ½ tsp. kosher salt; ¼ tsp. Freshly ground pepper

Preparation info

Makes
⅔ cup

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Roots

By Diane Morgan

Published 2012

About

This boldly flavored vinaigrette is heady with fresh ginger and classic Asian accents. Serve it with grilled shrimp or eggplant, or as a dip for chicken satay, lettuce wraps, or Salmon Salad Rolls with Cellophane noodles, Jicama, and Green Onions.

Ingredients

¼ cup/60 ml. canola or other neutral oil
3 tbsp. p

Vegan
Gluten-free

Method

In a small sauté pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the ginger and sauté until aromatic and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the ginger and oil to a small heatproof bowl and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
While the oil is still warm, add the lime juice, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, sambal oelek, garlic, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine. Sti