Ranch Dressing

Name: Ranch Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Mayonnaise — 150 g (2/3 cup); Buttermilk — 150 ml (2/3 cup); Sour cream — 60 g (1/4 cup); Fresh dill, chopped — 10 g (2 tbsp); Fresh chives, chopped — 10 g (2 tbsp); Garlic powder and onion powder — 3 g each (1 tsp each); Salt and pepper — to taste

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Ingredients

Mayonnaise — 150 g (2/3 cup)
Buttermilk — 150 ml (2/3 cup)
Sour cream — 60 g (1/4 cup)
Fresh dill, chopped — 10 g (2 tbsp)
Fresh chives, chopped — 10 g (2 tbsp)
Garlic powder and onion powder — 3 g each (1 tsp each)
Salt and pepper — to taste

Method

Combine mayonnaise, buttermilk and sour cream in a mixing bowl.
Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Stir in chopped dill and chives.
Add garlic powder and onion powder.
Season with salt and pepper; chill at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavours meld.

Cultural Background: America's most popular salad dressing and dip, ranch was created in the 1950s by Steve Henson at Hidden Valley Ranch in California, its buttermilk-herb base becoming a ubiquitous condiment far beyond its original salad-dressing purpose.

Tips: • Fresh herbs make a noticeable difference over dried for the brightest flavour. • Adjust buttermilk quantity for a thicker dip or thinner pourable dressing consistency.

Variations: • Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy ranch variation. • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangier, lighter version.

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 week.

Reheating: Not applicable; served cold. Nutrition (per serving) Approx. 75 kcal, 0.5 g protein, 7.5 g fat, 1 g carbohydrate per 15 ml serving. FAQs What is ranch traditionally used for? Salad dressing, a dip for vegetables and wings, and a widely popular all-purpose condiment across American cuisine. Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh? Yes, though fresh herbs give a noticeably brighter flavour; use about a third the quantity if substituting dried.

FAQs: What is ranch traditionally used for? Salad dressing, a dip for vegetables and wings, and a widely popular all-purpose condiment across American cuisine. Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh? Yes, though fresh herbs give a noticeably brighter flavour; use about a third the quantity if substituting dried.