Andrew Zimmern's Carrot-Ginger Vinaigrette

Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Set a bowl of ice water next to the stove. Add sliced carrot to the boiling water and cook for 1 ½ minutes, then immediately transfer to the ice water with a slotted spoon. Let cool for about 2 minutes. Drain and pat dry.

Transfer the carrot to a blender. Add peanut (or grapeseed) oil, vinegar, ginger, shallot, tamari (or soy sauce), sesame oil, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper. Puree until smooth.