
CUISINE
Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
by Chef Smail Yaakoubi
Ingredients
1 cup Balsamic Vinegar
1 Tbsp Garlic (chopped)
¼ cup Thyme (fresh, pulled from stems)
2 Tbsp Shallot (chopped)
1 Tbsp Orange Blossom Honey
to taste Salt and Pepper
2-3 cups Olive Oil
Directions
In a blender combine Balsamic Vinegar, garlic, thyme, shallot, and honey. Blend on medium high speed and slowly drizzle in the olive oil using the small opening in the top of the lid. Once achieved desired consistency, season with salt and pepper. Chill before use.
* The key to a good emulsification is to slowly add the oil to the vinegar otherwise the vinaigrette will look too oily. To know when a good emulsification has been reached, the liquid will begin to slightly thicken.
ENJOY!