Asian Orange Vinaigrette With Ginger • Steamy Kitchen Recipes Giveaways (2024)

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Why is ginger dressing orange? ›

Apple cider vinegar is another common component of ginger dressing that appears slightly orange. The high acidity level of apple cider vinegar also infuses food with a pleasant brightness, which could explain why it's a common ingredient in dressing.

For a traditional vinaigrette, you'll need to mix about 3 tablespoons of oil to 1 tablespoon of vinegar. You'll also want to add some salt and pepper to taste. Of course, for all four ingredients, the better the quality you use, the better your vinaigrette will taste.

Instead of whisking together dressing in a bowl, just add everything (including salt and pepper, of course) to a jar, cap it closed, and shake it to combine. It will keep for weeks in the fridge. Just let it come to room temperature, so the oil liquifies, and shake to re-mix.

They are great as a marinade for grilled or broiled foods; to dress salads made from pastas, grains, vegetables, and beans; as a dip; as a sauce served with hot or cold entrées and appetizers; or brushed on some sandwiches.

Anti-Inflammatory Synergy: Ginger's anti-inflammatory attributes align harmoniously with the vitamin C content of oranges. Together, they can help mitigate inflammatory responses in the body, offering potential relief from conditions like arthritis and joint pain.

Chang's Home Menu Creamy Ginger Salad Dressing. A taste of ginger and the subtle sweetness of miso combine for a flavorful salad topping that is sure to be a hit.

Red Wine Vinegar

Red wine vinegar is similar to its white wine counterpart. It's derived from a red wine base and offers a sweet, less acidic taste. This Mediterranean staple has a mellow flavor profile that is perfect for use in vinaigrettes and reductions.

The French have decided that the perfect ratio for a vinaigrette is 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar. For my personal taste, that's a little too oily — but it's totally up to you. My simple system is: In a small screw-top jar, place vinegar and a pinch of salt; cover and shake (this helps to dissolve the salt).

The most common emulsifiers in your kitchen are likely egg yolks, mayonnaise, prepared mustard (preferably Dijon), honey, and tomato paste (though I'm not a fan of raw tomato paste, the flavor works quite well in a vinaigrette). For a more neutral flavor, use mayonnaise.

How do you cut the bitterness out of a vinaigrette? ›

Sweetness balances out acidity, spice, and bitterness. A salad composed of bitter greens may benefit from a sweeter dressing. But sweetness can come from sources other than one-note white sugar; consider honey, pureed dates, maple syrup, jam, or molasses as sweeteners that also add flavor and mouth-feel.

Homemade vinaigrettes that include fresh or cooked vegetables (like garlic), herbs and fresh citrus juices will last around three days, according to Ziata. Preservative-free vinaigrettes you'll typically find in the refrigerated section of the grocery store will last a little longer, three to five days.

French dressing is made of oil, vinegar, sugar, and other flavorings, with the coloring derived from tomato and often paprika. It exists on a spectrum between Russian and Catalina dressing. French dressing is generally pale orange and creamy, while Catalina French dressing is bright red and less creamy.

Traditionally, ginger sauces and dressings are made of rice vinegar, ginger, honey and some sort of oil. Some ginger dressings also include carrot, sweet onion and soy sauce.

French dressing (the orange kind) does contain both oil and vinegar, but it was around the 1920s that the version made with paprika and often ketchup or another form of tomato gained popularity (hence, the orange color).

Whisk soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, honey, mustard, and pepper together in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Add oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly until incorporated into the dressing. Pour into a glass jar and chill until serving.