Name: Sesame Soy Vinaigrette
Yield: Makes about 1/2 cup
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons Oriental sesame oil; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted lightly and cooled

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 1/2 cup

Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon sugar

2 teaspoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons Oriental sesame oil

1/4 cup vegetable oil

2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted lightly and cooled

Preparation

In a bowl whisk together the sugar, the soy sauce, the vinegar, and salt to taste, add the oils in a stream, whisking, and whisk the vinaigrette until it is emulsified. Stir in the sesame seeds.

TagsSalad Dressing Salad Asian Nut Free Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Dairy Free 5 Ingredients or Fewer Quick Easy Gourmet

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