Catalan Vinaigrette

Submitted by Chocolatl

"This is one of the sauces traditionally used to accompany grilled steak in Barcelona. Adapted from the Barbecue Bible. May be made 4 hours in advance; if refrigerated, bring to room temperature before using. Cook time is standing time."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 1 cup

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 1⁄2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• 1 cornichon, finely chopped (or other small sour pickle)
• 1 plum tomato, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon capers, drained and coarsely chopped

directions

1. Combine vinegar, water, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
2. Whisk until salt is dissolved.
3. Slowly pour in the oil in a thin, steady stream, whisking constantly.
4. Whisk in remaining ingredients.
5. Let stand 10 minutes before using.