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Martha Stewart Caesar Dressing Recipe

Martha Stewart Caesar Dressing Recipe

Making a Martha Stewart Caesar Dressing Recipe is very simple. This dressing is the king of all salad toppers.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Garlic press
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Microplane Grater

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
  • 2 EGG YOLKS
  • 3 ANCHOVY FILLETS
  • 1/4 cup PARMESAN CHEESE
  • 2 tbsp LEMON JUICE
  • 1 tsp DIJON MUSTARD
  • 1/2 tsp WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE
  • 1 clove GARLIC
  • 1/4 tsp SALT
  • 1/4 tsp BLACK PEPPER

Instructions
 

Prep the Paste

  • Start by mincing your fresh garlic cloves very finely. Mash the anchovy fillets with a fork on a board. Combine them into a smooth and salty purple paste. Place this paste into your large mixing bowl.

Add the Base

  • Add the egg yolks and the Dijon mustard now. Pour in the fresh lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Whisk these together until they look pale and smooth. This is the foundation of your creamy dressing.

Emulsify the Oil

  • Add the olive oil very slowly in a stream. Whisk the mixture constantly with your other hand. The dressing will start to thicken and turn white. This process creates a perfect and stable creamy sauce.

Add the Cheese

  • Grate your fresh Parmesan cheese into the large bowl. Use a whisk or spoon to fold it in. The cheese adds a great texture and salty flavor. It should look very rich and slightly thick now.

Season the Mix

  • Add a pinch of salt and black pepper now. Taste the dressing with a piece of romaine lettuce. Caesar dressing should be bold and very zesty. Add more lemon if it feels too heavy.

Whisk Until Smooth

  • Give the dressing one final fast whisking for seconds. This ensures the oil and eggs are fully bonded. It should look like a thick and glossy cream. No oil should be visible on the top.

Chill and Serve

  • Place the bowl in the fridge for ten minutes. This allows the garlic and anchovy flavors to meld. Toss with fresh romaine lettuce and crunchy bread croutons. Serve it cold for the best refreshing taste.

Notes

➜ Use high-quality anchovies for a better savory taste.
➜ Whisk the oil in very slowly to avoid breaking.
➜ Always use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled juice.
➜ Grate the Parmesan cheese yourself for a better melt.
➜ Use a room temperature egg for a smoother emulsion.
➜ Add a teaspoon of water if it gets too thick.
➜ Taste as you go to balance the salt levels.
➜ Use a neutral olive oil for a milder flavor.
➜ Keep the dressing cold until the moment you serve.
Keyword Martha Stewart Caesar Dressing Recipe