Hairy Bikers Caesar Salad Recipe
The Hairy Bikers Caesar Salad Recipe is simple, fresh and full of bold flavor. It feels classic, but also special.
Ingredients
- 2 large romaine lettuces chopped
- 1 cup bread cubes for croutons
- 2 tbsp olive oil for croutons
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- 1 tsp dried herbs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp anchovy paste or 1 mashed anchovy
- 1 garlic clove finely grated
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 120 ml olive oil
- 50 g Parmesan cheese grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Extra Parmesan for topping
Instructions
Prepare the lettuce
- Wash the romaine well. Dry it fully. Chop into bite-size pieces. Place in a large bowl.
Make the croutons
- Heat olive oil in a pan. Add bread cubes, garlic and herbs. Fry until golden and crisp.
Cool the croutons
- Remove croutons from heat. Place on paper towel. Let them cool and stay crunchy.
Start the dressing base
- Add egg yolk, mustard, anchovy and Worcestershire in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.
Add garlic and lemon
- Add grated garlic and lemon juice. Whisk again until creamy and well mixed.
Add olive oil slowly
- Pour olive oil slowly while whisking. Keep whisking until thick and creamy.
Add cheese and seasoning
- Add grated Parmesan, salt and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Combine salad
- Pour dressing over lettuce. Toss gently until all leaves are coated.
Add croutons
- Add croutons to the bowl. Toss lightly for even crunch.
Final touch
- Top with extra Parmesan and black pepper. Serve fresh and cold.
Notes
- Use cold lettuce for extra crunch and freshness.
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
- Add grilled chicken for a full meal.
- Add prawns for a seafood version.
- Use sourdough bread for better croutons.
- Add avocado for creamy texture.
- Skip anchovy for a milder taste.
- Use Greek yogurt to lighten the dressing.
- Add cherry tomatoes for color.
- Use vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.