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Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe with Anchovy and Parmesan Easy and Flavorful

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A quick and easy homemade Caesar salad dressing featuring anchovy fillets and freshly grated Parmesan for a creamy, tangy, and umami-rich flavor that elevates any salad.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 anchovy fillets packed in oil
  • 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature (or 2 tablespoons mayonnaise as substitute)
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional but recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the anchovy fillets in a mixing bowl and mash into a smooth paste using the back of a spoon or fork (about 2 minutes).
  2. Add the minced or grated garlic to the anchovy paste and mix well (1 minute).
  3. Add the egg yolk and Dijon mustard to the bowl and whisk vigorously to combine (1-2 minutes). Substitute mayonnaise if preferred.
  4. Pour in the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce, whisking to combine (30 seconds).
  5. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a thick, creamy emulsion (3-4 minutes).
  6. Fold in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese. If too thick, add a teaspoon of water or more lemon juice to loosen (1 minute).
  7. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper carefully, tasting as you go (30 seconds).
  8. Optional: Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better emulsification. Add olive oil slowly while whisking to prevent separation. If dressing splits, whisk vigorously while adding a teaspoon of cold water to bring it back together. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Substitute mayonnaise for egg yolk if concerned about raw eggs. Freshly grate Parmesan for best texture.

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