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French dressing in the American style

French dressing

A tangy, creamy salad dressing made with oil, vinegar, and tomato paste, often seasoned with herbs and spices.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, French
Servings 8

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPotassium: 150mgSugar: 3g

Ingredients
  

American Style

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Classic French vinaigrette

  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

American-style French dressing

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the ketchup, vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Slowly pour in the vegetable oil, whisking continuously until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Classic French vinaigrette

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  • Gradually add the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Drizzle over your favorite salad or use as a marinade.

Notes

- This dressing requires proper emulsification for a smooth, creamy texture. To achieve the ideal consistency:
  1. Use room temperature ingredients for better blending
  2. Add the oil slowly while whisking continuously
  3. Employ an immersion blender for ultra-smooth results
  4. Include an emulsifier like mustard or egg yolk for stability
- Homemade dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
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