Mild Red Chile Dressing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 dried tomatoes (oil-free)
3/4 cup hot water
1 garlic clove, peeled and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil or 1/4 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
3 -4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon tamari or 1 teaspoon reduced sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

Preparation

Soak the dried tomatoes in the hot water for 20 to 30 minutes, or until they become soft and plump.
With a slotted spoon, transfer the tomatoes to a food processor and add the garlic; chop finely.
Pour tomato-soaking water into the processor and blend well.
Add the olive oil or apple juice, orange juice concentrate, 3 tablespoons vinegar, soy sauce, chile powder, pepper and salt if using.
Process until the dressing is creamy.
Taste and add another tablespoon vinegar if needed.
Pour into a jar, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.