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Although the preparation of Caesar salad is quite simple, this dish was considered glamorous because, in Caesar’s restaurant, it was usually prepared ceremonially in front of the guests. The first step is to wash and dry Romaine lettuce and chill it in the refrigerator, leaving the leaves whole. Garlic oil is prepared by crushing garlic cloves and leaving them in salad oil; the pieces of garlic need to be removed before seasoning. Croutons are made by cutting French bread into small cubes and baking them shortly in an oven until they turn golden brown, and the Parmesan cheese should be freshly grated. Other seasonings include pre-made Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper. In the end, some lemon juice and one raw egg are added, and the salad is mixed gently but thoroughly. Caesar salad was originally served on plates, with the lettuce leaves’ stems facing outwards, so they would be more convenient to eat by hand.
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According to food historians, this is the oldest identified print recipe for Caesar salad. It was published in 1945 in Sunset magazine, under the name Romaine Salad and without a single reference to Caesar Cardini. However, the ingredients and the preparation process are identical to the ones Cardini used to mention in his interviews. The recipe also omits anchovies, which is exactly how Cardini used to prepare his signature dish.
PREP 30min
COOK 15min
READY IN 45min
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With bite-sized pieces of grilled chicken and some anchovies, the classic Caesar salad turns into a full, well-balanced meal.
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup (120 ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
2-4 anchovy fillets, chopped
juice of 1 lemon
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 lb (450g) skin-on, boneless chicken breasts
4 slices focaccia or whole-wheat Italian bread
4 romaine lettuce hearts, halved lengthwise
3/4 cup (75g) freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high temperature
To make the dressing, add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil, anchovies and lemon juice to a blender and mix until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Using a mallet or heavy skillet, pound the chicken breasts until about 1/8-inch (0.3 cm) thick. Season with salt and pepper and add 1 tablespoon of the Caesar dressing. Grill the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crisp.
Brush the bread with olive oil on both sides and grill for about 2 minutes on each side. Rub with the remaining garlic clove.
Apply 1-2 tablespoons of the dressing to the romaine and grill for 1-2 minutes per side. Chop the lettuce and transfer to a bowl.
Cut the bread and chicken into bite-size pieces and add to the bowl. Add the remaining dressing, the parmesan, and pepper to taste. Garnish with parmesan.
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According to food historians, this is the oldest identified print recipe for Caesar salad. It was published in 1945 in Sunset magazine, under the name Romaine Salad and without a single reference to Caesar Cardini. However, the ingredients and the preparation process are identical to the ones Cardini used to mention in his interviews. The recipe also omits anchovies, which is exactly how Cardini used to prepare his signature dish.
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