Garlic-Ginger Press

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

2. 2

   Combine the garlic, fresh ginger and sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet and place, uncovered, in the oven for 20 minutes, stirring often until softened and lightly cooked.

3. 3

   Remove the pan from the oven, cool and store the mixture in a tightly sealed container for up to one week.

4. 4

   To use the press, spread half the mixture in a layer on the bottom of a roasting pan and cover with a single sheet of cheesecloth.

5. 5

   Place chicken breasts, veal or beef paillards on the mixture and cover with a second layer of cheesecloth.

6. 6

   Layer the second half of the ginger-garlic mixture over the meat and press gently.

7. 7

   Refrigerate for six to eight hours.

8. 8

   Remove the press from the meat before cooking.

9. 9

   The ginger-garlic mixture can be re-used.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.