posted by RisaG 07-16-99 6:06 PM 
Lemongrass Vinaigrette 
Recipe By : dinner at the AUTHENTIC CAFE by roger hayot 
Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00 
Categories : Recipecafe Restaurant Recipes 
Salads Sauces 
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method 
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1 1/2 stalks lemongrass (bottom 3-4" only) -- minced 
2 tbsp. fish sauce (nam pla preferably) 
2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice -- + 1 tsp. 
2 tbsp. fresh mint leaves -- minced 
1 1/2 tsp. mild honey -- such as orange 
5 cloves garlic (to 6) -- minced 
1 medium serrano chile -- seeded and minced 
1/2 cup vegetable oil such as peanut oil 
Place all ingredients, except the oil, in a blender and blend for a few seconds.  With the motor running, add the oil in a thin stream.  
 
Process until smooth and emulsified.  This vinaigrette can be refrigerated, covered, for up to 2 days. 
Bring to room temperature and whisk to re-emulsify before serving. 
From the restaurant Authentic Cafe in Los Angeles, CA.  
Posted to RecipeCafe 7/11/99