Cocoa Nib Vinaigrette

1 finely minced shallot
1 cup of balsamic vinegar, reduced to 1/4th cup
2 Tbs Cocoa Nibs
1 Tbs Honey
1/4 cup rosemary/garlic infused olive oil (see recipe below)
Salt to Taste.

Add shallot to a lightly oiled hot fry pan and cook till tender
Add cooked shallot, balsamic vinegar reduction, cocoa nibs, and honey to a food processor
While food processor is running, slowly drizzle olive oil into the processor.
Add salt to taste.

Rosemary/Garlic infused Olive Oil for Cocoa Nib Vinaigrette
3/4 cup olive oil
6″ stalk of fresh rosemary, cut into 1″ segments
3 cloves of peeled garlic
Add all ingredients to an oven safe vessel, narrow enough to submerge garlic and olive oil. Place in a 200 F oven for approximately one hour. (I use a tall/narrow measuring cup)
Remove from oven, leave rosemary and garlic in oil, cover and use the next day.

1 comment to Cocoa Nib Vinaigrette

  • Annmarie Kostyk

    I’ve been looking for more savory recipes for cocoa and chocolate. This sounds amazing. Going to try it tonight and also posting it on my website today with credit and trackbacks to you. Thanks!

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