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Gordon Ramsay Caesar Salad Recipe – A Fresh and Flavorful Classic

Gordon Ramsay Caesar Salad recipe
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Gordon Ramsay’s Caesar salad features crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made with egg yolk, Dijon mustard, anchovies, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. It is finished with homemade croutons and an extra sprinkle of cheese for added texture and depth. Unlike store-bought versions, this recipe uses fresh, high-quality ingredients for a rich and well-balanced taste.

Ingredients

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For the Dressing:

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon anchovy paste)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup (120ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Croutons:

  • 2 cups (about 4 slices) rustic bread, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Salad:

  • 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
  • ½ cup (60g) shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly cracked black pepper (for garnish)

Instructions

Make the Croutons:

  1. Preheat the oven – Set to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the bread – Toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Bake until golden – Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy. Let cool.

Prepare the Dressing:

  1. Whisk egg yolks and mustard – In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  2. Add garlic and anchovies – Stir in minced garlic, chopped anchovies, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Slowly add olive oil – While whisking continuously, drizzle in olive oil to emulsify the dressing.
  4. Mix in Parmesan – Stir in grated Parmesan, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assemble the Salad:

  1. Toss the lettuce – In a large bowl, mix chopped romaine with the dressing until evenly coated.
  2. Add croutons and cheese – Sprinkle in croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese.
  3. Serve immediately – Garnish with fresh black pepper and extra Parmesan if desired.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-caesar-salad/