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Japanese sesame seed vinaigrette
A light and fragrant vinaigrette inspired by Japan, made with toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, sesame oil and Kewpie mayonnaise. It pairs perfectly with crunchy raw vegetables (white and red cabbage, escarole, carrot, cucumber, radish) for a fresh summer meal.
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Critical Success Points
- • Toast the sesame seeds without burning them
- • Balance the proportions of sugar, vinegar and soy sauce in the vinaigrette
Safety Warnings
- • Be careful of burns when toasting the seeds in the pan.
- • Wash raw vegetables thoroughly to avoid bacterial contamination.
- • If using homemade mayonnaise, ensure the eggs are fresh or use pasteurized eggs.
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