Makes 1-1/3 cups
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a little more if needed
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar, plus extra, if needed
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra, if needed
Freshly ground black pepper
In a small bowl, whisk the salt, garlic, and shallots with the vinegar until the salt is dissolved. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified. Taste. Season with pepper and a little more salt, if needed, and add more vinegar or oil, if needed.