Thursday, January 31, 2008

Benihana Ginger Salad Dressing

When I was a kid we used to go to Chicago. My favorite place to eat was Benihana's. It is a Japanese Steak House where they cook the food right in front of you and do all sorts of tricks. One of my favorite things at Benihana is the ginger salad dressing. It got me to eat salad as a picky eater!

Benihana Ginger Salad Dressing

1/2 cup minced onion
1/2 cup peanut oil
1/3 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons ketchup
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds or until all of the ginger is well-pureed.