Cold Asparagus With Vodka Vinaigrette (Russian)

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Cold Asparagus With Vodka Vinaigrette

 

1 lb. asparagus, peeled and trimmed

1/2 cup olive oil

1 large shallot, finely minced

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons vodka

1 tablespoon sumakh, available from Mid-Eastern or

Russian markets or spice shops

salt to taste

fresh black pepper to taste

 

Opional;

2 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped

1 red bell pepper, finely diced

 

Blanch and refresh asparagus in salted water.

In 1 tablespoon olive oil taken from the 1/2 cup,

caramelize the minced shallot.

Put shallot, mustard, vinegar, and vodka in a blender.

Slowly drizzle in the remaining oil.

Mix in sumakh, salt, and pepper. Serve asparagus.

Optional: Garnish with a little chopped hard boiled

egg and/or finely diced red bell pepper.

Yields 4 servings.

 

 

 

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