{"id":"recipe_188ad07a96","slug":"ladolemono-greek-lemon-oil-sauce","title":"Ladolemono (Greek Lemon Oil Sauce)","description":"A classic, vibrant Mediterranean dressing made with premium extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, whisked into a silky emulsion with fragrant dried oregano.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"extra virgin","notes":"High quality Greek oil preferred","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/4 cup fresh lemon juice","name":"Lemon juice","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 teaspoon dried oregano","name":"Oregano","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"dried","notes":"preferably wild Greek oregano","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/2 teaspoon sea salt","name":"Sea Salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":0.25,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small bowl or a glass jar, combine the fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Slowly pour the extra virgin olive oil into the lemon mixture while whisking vigorously (or shake the jar forcefully) until the ingredients are emulsified and the sauce looks thick and creamy.","group":"Emulsification","title":"Slowly pour the extra virgin olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Emulsification"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Use immediately while the emulsion is stable.","group":"Serving","title":"Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Quality is key here; use the best extra virgin olive oil you can find. It is traditionally served over grilled fish (Tsipoura), boiled greens (Horta), or grilled chicken.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["whisk","small bowl","glass jar"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","keto","low_carb","gluten_free","dairy_free","paleo","mediterranean"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":180,"unit":"ml","note":"Makes about 3/4 cup of sauce"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can prep the lemon mixture early, but add the oil and whisk right before serving for the best texture."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator. The oil will solidify when cold; leave at room temperature for 15 minutes and shake well before use.","reheatingNotes":"Do not heat. 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