23.1 Green chile vinaigrette

Inspired by the fact that I was out of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for the southwest dressing, but still wanted a southwestern type dressing. Green chile powder is a staple of New Mexico.

Source: Hybrid of the basic Italian vinaigrett and the Green Chile Salad Dressing from MJ’s Kitchen.

Ingredients:

Ingredients

Other.spices

1 1/4 cup olive oil

1/2 tsp black pepper (optional)

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

1/2 tsp garlic power (optional)

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

3 tsp green chile powder

Tools

1.5 - 2 tsp honey

Blender

1/2 tsp salt

Dressing container

1/2 tsp oregano

Preparation:

  1. Measure the oil and vinegar into the blender.
  2. Add the dry spices and the honey.
  3. Blend it up to immerse. I tend to use several short pulses, rather than one cycle. It probably doesn’t matter.
  4. Pour it into your dressing container, and it’s ready to use.

Variations:

  • I think that the black pepper and garlic are good additions, but shouldn’t overpower the green chile powder.
  • Many similar recipes include some lime juice.

Notes:

  • I don’t keep this dressing in the fridge.