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Umeboshi Vinaigrette Recipe
Overview:
This Umeboshi Vinaigrette is a delightful Japanese-inspired dressing that adds a tangy twist to blanched bean sprouts or any salad of your choice. Made with the unique flavor of Umeboshi, or Japanese pickled plums, it brings a burst of umami and acidity that perfectly complements fresh greens.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Yield: About 3/4 cup
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon Umeboshi plum paste
- 1-2 Umeboshi plums (depending on size)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
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Blend the Ingredients:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the rice vinegar, white vinegar, sugar, Umeboshi plum paste, and the Umeboshi plums (pit removed if necessary).
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Puree Until Smooth:
- Blend all the ingredients together until you achieve a smooth consistency. The Umeboshi plums should break down completely to incorporate their flavor evenly into the vinaigrette.
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Adjust Consistency (if needed):
- If the vinaigrette seems too thick, you can add a small amount of water, a teaspoon at a time, and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
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Taste and Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the sweetness or tanginess by adding a bit more sugar or vinegar, according to your preference.
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Serve:
- Use immediately over blanched bean sprouts or your favorite salad. Alternatively, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Tips for Serving:
- This Umeboshi vinaigrette pairs exceptionally well with blanched bean sprouts, enhancing their natural flavors with its tangy and slightly salty profile.
- Drizzle over a simple green salad or use as a marinade for grilled vegetables for added depth of flavor.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 140.2
- Total Fat: 15.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.97g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16.8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 16.8g
- Protein: 0g
Enjoy this unique Umeboshi vinaigrette to elevate your salads with a burst of Japanese-inspired flavors!