Many of us use vinaigrettes in our kitchens regularly, as a great salad dressing or as an emulsion to marinate various meats and fishes. The standard mantra for making vinaigrettes from scratch has always been three parts oil and one part acid. But according to Ben Truesdell, executive chef of Dusek’s in Chicago, the inverse of this is actually true! Read on to know more about how to make the perfect vinaigrette.

The Inverse Vinaigrette

Truesdell learned the standard formula in culinary school, but for the past couple of years, he has been following a different recipe. According to the legendary chef, the way to make it is to flip the recipe, with three parts acid and one part oil, seasoned with sugar, salt, and some element of heat. The chef further elaborates that this new vinaigrette works well because the sweeteners lend a balance that salt alone can’t achieve with so much added acidity. Truesdell also likes to play around with the ingredients according to the seasons and his creative whims. He often changes up the sweetener, which can be sugar, maple syrup, or honey. He also plays around with the salt between fish sauces, mushroom powder, and Shiro dashi. Even the kinds of vinegar change, like apple cider in the spring or lemon juice and zest in the summer.

Ingredients (for 1 1/4th cup)

Extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup Honey, 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 large clove of garlic, minced 1/2 a small red onion or 1 shallot, minced 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 lemon zest

Method

Start by adding the minced garlic and shallot/red onion to a small bowl. Put in the red wine vinegar first and whisk it to reduce the allium’s harshness. Add the lemon zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper while you continue to constantly mix the ingredients in the bowl. Season with additional salt and pepper if your taste requires it. Voila! Your delicious vinaigrette is ready!

The thought of breaking records fascinates humans. The task of defining the world’s tallest buildings is becoming increasingly difficult. These structures are not only a living monument to the achievements of architecture and engineering, but they also demonstrate the human need to expand the boundaries of what is possible. So, how do the world’s tallest structures appear? We’ll take a look at the world’s five tallest buildings.

#5. Lotte World Tower – 1,823 ft.

The Lotte World Tower is the pride of South Korea, which is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. This massive structure took thirteen years to build. It was first opened in 2017. The structure has 123 floors and many observation decks. The Lotte World Tower has an incredible reality. The architecture of this structure is such that it can withstand the impact of a magnitude 9 earthquake. It is constructed along the Han River’s banks.

#4. Ping An International Finance Center – 1,965 ft.

This colossal structure is a Chinese gem. Shenzhen’s Ping An Finance Tower stands 1,965 feet tall. The Ping An Insurance firm’s office is located there. The construction project started in 2010 and finished in 2017. Numerous services, such as conference centers, retail stores, and hotel rooms, are housed in the tower. Previously, the aim was to build the country’s tallest structure. Since a taller tower would have obstructed flights, construction was halted after 115 levels. On the 116th floor is the observation platform.

#3. Abraj Al Bait – 1,972 ft.

The Abraj Al Bait building in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is one of the city’s tallest structures. It is very similar to the well-known Grand Mosque. This structure took approximately 7 years to build. The Clock Tower was first open to the public in 2011. This building has over 96 elevators that operate daily. During the month of Ramzan, the tower also serves as an observatory. The Saudi Bin Laden family designed the 1,972 ft. tall skyscraper. The clock in this tower is the most interesting feature. It’s visible from a distance of 19 miles away!

#2. Shanghai Tower – 2,073 ft.

Shanghai Tower is a recent achievement among China’s numerous accomplishments. It is China’s tallest structure. The building took 8 years to complete and was inaugurated in 2014. This 2,073ft.- tall structure costs a whopping 4.2 billion dollars to build. In the Shanghai Tower hotel, there are approximately 258 rooms. Do you want to learn another interesting fact? Shanghai Tower also has the highest observatory deck in the world. From its deck, you can see the entire Shanghai skyline, which is possibly the best view in China.

#1. The Tallest of Them All – Burj Khalifa – 2,716 ft.

Burj Khalifa is not only Dubai’s tallest building, but it is also the world’s tallest building since 2010. A Chicago-based design company was awarded the contract for its building. It has 163 floors and stands at a height of 2,716 feet, housing approximately 30,000 people. The Burj Khalifa is home to restaurants, shopping malls, and even an artificial lake! The tower has won numerous awards and accolades from all corners of the architectural community.