EL TORITO CILANTRO AND PEPITA SALAD DRESSING RECIPE - (4/5)

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El Torito Cilantro and Pepita Salad Dressing Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by SMorrissey

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium anaheim chilies, roasted, peeled and seeded
1/3 cup pumpkin seeds, roasted
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
12 ounces salad oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
5 tablespoons grated Cotija cheese (you can also use Parmesan cheese if you cannot find Cotija)
2 bunches fresh cilantro, stemmed
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise or greek yogurt for a lighter version. You could also do 1/2 mayo and 1/2 yogurt
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Place all dressing ingredients except cilantro, mayonnaise (yogurt) and water in a blender of food processor. Blend approximately 10 seconds, and then add cilantro little by little until blended smooth. Depending on size of blender, it may be necessary to do in batches. Place mayonnaise (yogurt) and water in a large stainless steel bowl, and mix with a wire whip until smooth. Add the blended ingredients to the mayonnaise mixture, and mix thoroughly. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate. Will keep for three days.

Aaffaque Ahmed
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I followed the recipe exactly but the dressing turned out too thick. I had to add some water to thin it out.


lovey baby
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This dressing is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still think it's a great recipe. I'll just use less chili powder next time.


Rimon khan riki
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I really enjoyed this dressing. The flavors are well-balanced and the pepitas add a nice crunch.


Donald Ellis
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This dressing is so easy to make. I love that I can use it as a dressing or a marinade.


Darshan Nickelen
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I love the flavor of this dressing. It's a great way to add some Mexican flavor to your dishes.


Nevaeh Spinner
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This dressing is amazing on salads. It's also great as a marinade for chicken or fish.


Lucian Brandabur
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This dressing is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of flavors.


Sanjida Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dressing turned out great. It was a little spicier than I expected, but I still really enjoyed it.


Manana Rivent
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This dressing is a great way to add some Mexican flavor to your dishes. It's got a nice balance of sweetness and heat, and the pepitas add a nice crunch.


Uk umerzaib
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This dressing is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and versatile. I love using it on salads, but it's also great as a marinade for chicken or fish.