I like the Tourangelle line of nut oils. I find them to be full-flavored, fresh, and relatively inexpensive for the quality, which I find to be consistent. INGREDIENTS: 3 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar 1 small shallot, peeled and minced Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme 1/2 tablespoon sweet-hot mustard 4...Read More
Boiled quail eggs have a sweet and nutty taste reminiscent of hazelnuts — hence, the inspiration for this salad. The soft creamy yolk is a nice foil for the crisp greens with their bit of bite and the crunch of the hazelnuts. Pieces of juicy crunchy apples are a perfect foil for the rest of...Read More
Green Papaya Salad is a national dish of Thailand but green papaya can be difficult to find here. The essence of the dish is the crunchy vegetables and the classic Thai flavors of fish sauce, garlic, and chilies. The classic version has very few ingredients, but using it as a base you can add many...Read More
Now don’t say, “Oh, I’m not going to make this, it’s broccoli! Who wants a broccoli salad?” Well, we’re here to tell you that this is one of our customer’s favorite salads. It’s tangy, rich with cheese and crunchy with a bit of sweetness from the raisins. Give it a try, it’s easy and super...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup cilantro stems, chopped 1/2 teaspoon coriander seed, ground 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, powdered Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon agave syrup if needed, or to taste for balance 1/4cup cup olive oil 1/4 cup yogurt METHOD: Place all the ingredients except the oil into a blender....Read More
This recipe is from Straits Restaurant, Santana Row. There are so many variations of this salad but this one includes Asian pears, chicken breast, peanuts, banana blossoms, Vietnamese coriander, Thai basil and jalapeno peppers. INGREDIENTS: Salad 1 banana flower blossom, about 1 lb (finely sliced green cabbage may be substituted) 2 tablespoons lemon juice or...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Salad 1 Asian pear, peeled and cut into medium dice 3 cups mixed baby greens 1⁄3 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped* Dressing 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon honey Salt and pepper to taste 2 shallots, finely...Read More
Amazu (Sunomono or Cucumber Salad Dressing) 1 cup rice vinegar 1 cup dashi (see Miso Soup recipe) 5 tablespoons sugar In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients vigorously until sugar goes into suspension. Use amazu as a base for any number of light salad dressings. Orange Dressing 3 tablespoons amazu 3 tablespoons orange juice Dash...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes) 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons water 1 or 2 Thai or serrano chiles, finely chopped (optional) 2 to 2 1/4 pounds pickling (Kirby) or English cucumbers 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 carrot, peeled and finely shredded 1 boneless,...Read More
