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Creamy Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing with Anchovies

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A silky, tangy Caesar salad dressing made from scratch with anchovies, garlic, and Parmesan for a perfect balance of bold and creamy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 anchovy fillets packed in oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Mince the garlic finely and finely chop or mash the anchovy fillets until almost smooth (3-4 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth (1-2 minutes).
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and anchovy paste to the egg mixture.
  4. Pour in the fresh lemon juice and whisk again for about 30 seconds.
  5. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, starting drop by drop, whisking vigorously to emulsify (3-5 minutes). Once thickening, add oil in a slow, steady stream until creamy and glossy.
  6. Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese until well incorporated.
  7. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper in small increments, tasting as you go.
  8. Check the texture; if too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to loosen.
  9. Serve immediately tossed with Romaine lettuce or chill covered in the fridge for up to 3 days, whisking again before serving.

Notes

Add olive oil slowly to prevent dressing from breaking. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Substitute egg yolk with mayonnaise for a safer alternative. Refrigerate and use within 3 days. Whisk before serving if separated.

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Keywords: Caesar salad dressing, homemade dressing, anchovies, creamy dressing, easy Caesar dressing, salad sauce

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