Caesar Salad With Fried Ginger

Directions

1. 1
   In an 8- to 10-inch frying pan over high heat, stir oil and ginger until ginger is golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer ginger to paper towels. Let oil cool.
2. 2
   With a vegetable peeler, shave about half the cheese into very thin slices. Grate remaining cheese.
3. 3
   In a wide, shallow bowl, whisk oil, grated cheese, garlic, and lemon juice to blend.
4. 4
   Break romaine into bite-size pieces into bowl. Add croutons and mix gently.
5. 5
   Sprinkle fried ginger and shaved parmesan over salad.