Leftovers: Chicken With Sesame Caesar Salad
Copyright, 1999, Ming Tsai, All Rights Reserved
2 cooked chicken paillards, chilled and 1/4-inch slices (pan seared)
2 egg yolks
2 anchovy fillets
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon pommery mustard
1 cup canola oil plus 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil, mix together
Juice of 1 lemon
1/3 cup shaved reggiano Parmesan
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 heads baby romaine, prepped into whole, washed leaves
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
In a food processor, add yolks, anchovies, garlic and mustard. Mix and when
well incorporated, slowly drizzle in oil to emulsify. Add juice, cheese and mix
well. Check for seasoning and adjust. Toss dressing with romaine leaves and
chicken strips.
PLATING On an oval plate, lay out salad topped with the chicken. Garnish with
sesame seeds.
Wine Suggestion: Viognier Vin de Pays Des Comtes Rhodaniens, 1997
Yield: 2 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
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