Asian Sesame Dressing
Transform your salads, marinades, and stir-fries with this flavorful Asian Sesame Dressing that strikes the perfect balance between bold umami and subtle sweetness. Made in just 10 minutes, this versatile, no-cook recipe combines pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and honey with fresh ginger and garlic for a vibrant, aromatic kick. Toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, while a splash of water ensures a smooth, pourable consistency. Ideal for meal prep, this dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks—just shake and serve! Perfect for Asian-inspired dishes or as an irresistible dip, it’s the ultimate condiment for elevating your culinary creations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Peel and finely grate fresh ginger into a small mixing bowl.
Crush or finely mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl.
Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and honey to the bowl.
Stir in water to the mixture to adjust consistency, making sure to mix well until honey is thoroughly dissolved.
Add sesame seeds and ground black pepper, stirring continuously to combine all ingredients.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with more honey for sweetness or vinegar for acidity, if necessary.
Transfer the dressing to a glass jar or bottle; seal and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Shake well before serving to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
379 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1736 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 229 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
