asian-pear-and-watercress-salad-with-sesame-dressing-105212.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Blend all dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth.",
        "Peel pear and cut into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick julienne, then transfer to a bowl.",
        "Combine watercress and pear in a bowl, then season with salt and pepper and toss gently. Divide among plates, then drizzle with some dressing and sprinkle with carrot."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "1 (1/2-inch-thick) slice peeled fresh ginger",
        "1/4 cup Asian sesame paste* or smooth peanut butter",
        "3 tablespoons Asian sesame oil*",
        "1/4 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)",
        "1 1/2 tablespoons sugar",
        "2 tablespoons water",
        "1 teaspoon Asian chile paste with garlic*",
        "1/2 teaspoon salt",
        "1 1/2 lb Asian pear (1 large or 2 medium)",
        "4 cups trimmed watercress sprigs (from 2 bunches; 10 oz)",
        "1 carrot, finely shredded",
        "*Available at some Asian markets and by mail order from Ethnic Grocer (800-523-1961)."
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "www.epicurious.com",
    "tags": [
        "Salad",
        "Ginger",
        "No-Cook",
        "Vegetarian",
        "Fall",
        "Asian Pear",
        "Watercress",
        "Sesame",
        "Gourmet"
    ],
    "title": "Asian Pear and Watercress Salad with Sesame Dressing",
    "url": "http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/asian-pear-and-watercress-salad-with-sesame-dressing-105212"
}