Ingredients

  • 1/3 c. rice vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. white or possibly yellow miso
  • 2 lrg garlic cloves peeled
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 2 tsp minced fresh ginger
  • 1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
  • 2 c. vegetable oil for deep-frying
  • 20 x wonton wrappers cut 1/3" squares
  • 1 head romaine lettuce torn bite-size

Method

  • Puree vinegar, miso, garlic, sugar and ginger in blender.
  • With machine running, gradually pour in 1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil; blend till mix is creamy.
  • Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 c. vegetable oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Working in batches, add in wonton squares to pan and fry till crisp and brown, about 30 seconds.
  • Using slotted spoon, transfer wontons to paper towels; drain.
  • Place lettuce and fried wontons in large bowl.
  • Toss with sufficient dressing to coat and serve.
  • This recipe yields 4 servings.
  • Comments: Fermented soybean paste-called miso-is the key ingredient here.