When You Wish Upon a Star Anise Vinaigrette

Submitted by COOKGIRl

"I needed a salad dressing quickly for am Asian-inspired salad I was preparing for dinner last night. Dreams do come true!"

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 1/2 cup

ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup rice wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (NOT regular)
• 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 teaspoon ground star anise (start with 1/4 teaspoon then adjust)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons lime juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon lime zest
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch raw sugar

directions

1. In small non-reactive bowl combine all the ingredients and using a handheld immersion blender blend until smooth. (Or use a standard blender).
2. Best prepared 1 hour in advance to allow to marinate. Whisk well before serving.
3. Yield is estimated.