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Bayona Caesar with Arugula

Caesar salads may be ubiquitous on menus of all stripes, but a truly memorable one can be hard to find. Our version is unique because it pairs the usual romaine with arugula, which adds a peppery bite. I omit the anchovies from the dressing in favor of tossing them with the salad because I like the texture and the intense bites of salty flavor. Feel free to make this salad more substantial (and savory) with the addition of grilled chicken, shrimp, or even fried oysters. Adding a raw egg yolk to the dressing is optional, but it will create a richer, more stable body.

Cooks' Note

If you would prefer to have the anchovies pureed in the dressing (as opposed to chopped in the salad), simply add the 4 fillets listed with the salad ingredients to the blender instead (or whisk them into the dressing).

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