Cesar sauce easy and homemade recipe!
In the previous article, I presented the recipe for the chicken Caesar salad without its vinaigrette, because I wanted to make another complete post on the Caesar sauce to be able to give you more details, here is the best recipe in Cesar sauce, a light and creamy sauce!
Cesar recipe sauce
The recipe for the Caesar sauce that I will present to you today is really very simple and easy to make. It is true, it is different from the traditional Caesar sauce , but it is just as delicious and much better than that sold in the supermarket.
Traditional CESAR sauce and origin
The traditional recipe for the Caesar sauce is a mixture of garlic , tinning dijon mustard , parmesan , freshly pressed lemon juice , raw egg yolks and anchovies . The popular César salad was created by Caesar Cardini , an Italian immigrant who had restaurants in the United States and Mexico, according to my research.
The traditional Caesar sauce is a tasty mixture of several key ingredients:
- Anchovies: These small savory fish are the Umami base of the sauce.
- Egg yolks: They add richness and help emulsify the sauce, giving it a creamy texture.
- Olive oil: used to emulsify and add body to the sauce.
- Lemon juice: add a touch of freshness and acidity.
- Garlic: offers a spicy depth of taste.
- Dijon mustard: for a spicy and complex flavor.
- Parmesan: refined cheese that brings a touch of salinity and finesse.
- Black pepper: for a spicy and aromatic touch.
These are all the ingredients that enter the traditional Caesar sauce. But as I told you at the beginning, I will present a light Caesar sauce revisited and really easier.
Caesar Sauce Ingredients:
This homemade Caesar sauce is just a little lighter because I gave up adding the Parmesan. But feel free to add a little, if you like it. On the other hand, I added a little mayonnaise , so we will have a Mayonnaise Caesar sauce but without anchovies.
Here are the ingredients I used:
- Garlic: Fresh garlic adds a lot of flavor to a good Caesar sauce.
- Lemon juice: Lemon juice goes very well with the other ingredients, which gives this vinaigrette an amazing flavor!
- Dijon mustard: Dijon mustard not only adds flavor to this sauce, but it also helps to emulsify the vinaigrette, which makes it a little creamy.
- Mayonnaise: I use a little mayo instead of a raw egg for this recipe. It adds to the smoothness of the vinaigrette.
- Extra-virgin olive oil: I usually use extra virgin olive oil, but you can use another oil if you prefer.
- Nature yogurt : Yogurt gives a vinaigrette texture
Note well:
- In this recipe, I did not add parmesan to make the recipe accessible to all and I also wanted to have a light Caesar sauce, especially as I already used Mayo. But you can add parmesan or from amonggian-reggiano for this recipe. He adds so much flavor to the mixture!
- Use yogurt, especially if it is low in fat or without fat, considerably reduces calorie content and fats compared to traditional ingredients such as egg yolks or large quantities.
How to make the Cesar sauce ?
The easiest way to prepare this anchovy Caesar sauce is to add all the ingredients to a blender and mix them until you get a smooth consistency. fastest method to prepare this vinaigrette, because it is more creamy. But if, like me, you don't want to take out your mixer, here is the method to do this CESAR sauce in hand. Anyway, she is preparing in about 5 minutes, from start to finish.
- Mince the garlic: mince the garlic and crush the slices with a fork or the side of a knife to form a paste.
- Whisk the lemon juice, mustard, mayonnaise and garlic: add the lemon juice, dijon mustard, mayonnaise and garlic in a bowl and whisk to mix well.
- Add the olive oil: gradually pour the olive oil in a drizzle over the lemon juice mixture, dijon mustard and mayonnaise until it is emulsified.
- Incorporate the parmesan: incorporate the parmesan and mix well. (If you have)
- Season: Add freshly crushed salt and black pepper to taste.
If you like this Cesar salad recipe, you will also love these other salad recipes:
- Original tomato salad: Ideal for BBQs in summer!
- Original pasta salad with Mayo - easy & quick!
- African salad: Kachumbari, single & light salad
I am delighted with your feedback in the comments. Do not hesitate to record the recipe on Pinterest.
Light Caesar sauce recipe
Ingredients
- 1 clove
- 50 g of mayonnaise
- 50 g of plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon of freshly pressed lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic: Start by peel the garlic clove. Use the dish of a knife to slightly crush the garlic, then finely chop to obtain a texture almost in puree.
- Mix the basic ingredients: in an average bowl, combine mayonnaise and plain yogurt. Mix well with a spoon or a small whisk until the mixture is homogeneous.
- Add the mustard and lemon: Incorporate the tablespoon of Dijon mustard into the mayonnaise and yogurt mixture. Mix well. Then add the 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and mix again until everything is well integrated.
- Season: Add the chopped garlic to the mixture. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preferences.
- Whisk to smooth: whip everything vigorously so that the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can pass the sauce to the blender or the blender for a few seconds.
- Refrigerate before serving: for the best flavors, cover the bowl and place the sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows flavors to mix perfectly.
- Serve: use your light Caesar sauce to season a CESAR salad , like DIP for fresh vegetables, or as an accompaniment for chicken or fish dishes.
Notes
For more spice, add a little more mustard or a few drops of Worcestershire sauce if you have them on hand.
For a softer taste, increase the proportion of yogurt compared to mayonnaise.
This light Caesar sauce is not only delicious but also healthier than traditional versions. It is perfect for those looking to enjoy their favorite dishes while keeping a balanced diet. Enjoy your food !
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