Last Updated on January 6, 2024 by My Back Kitchen
Get ready to spice up your salad game with our Spicy Caesar Salad! We’ve taken the classic Caesar and turned it up a notch by tossing crisp romaine lettuce in a tangy Caesar dressing that’s got the perfect mix of creamy and zesty vibes. The real game-changer, though, is the spicy garlic chili crunch oil generously drizzled over the top. Packed with heat and savory garlic goodness, it adds a whole new level of flavor to every forkful. Brace yourself for a taste sensation that’ll redefine how you see Caesar salads – it’s spicy, it’s savory, and it’s downright delicious! Enjoy!
-MBK
Spicy Caesar Salad
Ingredients
- 2 small garlic cloves minced
- 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice from one lemon
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise best quality such as Hellmann's or Blue Plate
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 heads of romaine hearts chopped
- 1 tsp. anchovy paste optional
- 2 Tbsp. chili garlic crunch sauce
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add the mayonnaise, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt and pepper and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking. The dressing will keep well in the fridge for about a week. Toss romaine with salad dressing, top with fresh croutons and grated parmesan cheese. Drizzle the spicy garlic chili crunch on top and serve.