Tamarind Chipotle Dressing by Pilar Cabrera: Aderezo de tamarindo y chipotle por Pilar Cabrera

Karen Hursh Graber

Pilar Cabrara created this dressing was designed for her exclusive Oaxaca Salad.

Ingredients

• 100 ml (about 3 fluid ounces) adobo sauce (from a can of chipotles in adobo)
• 250 ml (about 8 fluid ounces) of apple cider vinegar
• 125 ml (about 4 fluid ounces) of olive oil
• 50 grams (about 1 ¾ ounces) of fresh grated ginger
• 60 grams( about 2 ounces) of tamarind pulp (see note, below)
• Salt and pepper

Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until blended together. Taste and add salt and pepper. Let the dressing sit for at least 1 hour to 1 day before serving, so that the flavors come together. This dressing lasts for up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator. Always label with the date. (Makes about 16 fluid ounces.)

(Note: In Mexico, tamarind pulp can be found at mercados and supermarkets. North of the border, it can be found in Mexican and Asian grocery stores or online.)