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Orange Cumin Vinaigrette

4.7

(11)

Finely chopped orange sections make a wonderful addition to this dressing — use the fruit of 2 oranges.

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 10 min

Cooks' note:

Toast seeds in a dry heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring until fragrant and a shade or two darker. Or, toast in a shallow baking pan in a 350°F oven, 5 to 10 minutes.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon minced shallot (1 small)
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mince garlic and mash to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt, then whisk together with orange and lime juices, shallot, honey, cumin, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.

    Step 2

    Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended, and whisk in pepper.

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