YOU’LL NEED
Roasted Spring Veggies
1-2 whole squash or zucchini cut into thick 2cm thick strips
1-2 eggplants also cut thick
Olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
METHOD
- Salt your eggplant and squash to season them and draw out some moisture. Allow to sit while you prep your chimichurri and Caesar Mayo. Then wipe off excess water.
- Sprinkle on freshly cracked pepper and cover generously in olive oil.
- Grill over coals or on a pan at high heat until the edges are charred and the center is just cooked. Set aside for assembly.
Chimichurri
1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (15 g)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped (10 g)
4 garlic cloves, minced (12 g)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or medium sized fresh chili (1 g)
1/2 cup olive oil (120 ml)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (30 ml)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml)
1/2 teaspoon salt (3 g)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
METHOD
- In a small bowl, combine the parsley, cilantro, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir in the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and let the flavours meld for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Caesar Salad Mayo
1 cup (240 ml) neutral oil (like canola or sunflower)
1 large egg (about 50 g)
1 tablespoon lemon juice or White wine vinegar (15 ml)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (5 g)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, optional (5 ml)
1 small garlic clove, minced (about 3 g)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (25 g)
1/2 teaspoon salt (3 g)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
METHOD
- In a tall, narrow container, combine the egg, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly pour the oil into the container.
- Use an immersion stick blender, starting at the bottom and working your way up slowly, until the mixture emulsifies into a creamy mayonnaise.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
ASSEMBLY
2 Slices of Capital Sourdough
Thickly Shaved Parmesan
- Lather each slice of sourdough with Mayo.
- Layer grilled spring vegetables with chimichurri over each layer.
- Then, finish with thickly shaved Parmesan cheese. Eat while the vegetables are still a little warm.