Dipping Sauce for Spring Rolls
Elevate your spring roll experience with this irresistible homemade dipping sauce, a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Crafted with pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just minutes. The addition of freshly minced garlic, aromatic ginger, and a hint of sesame oil lends depth, while a splash of lime juice brightens every bite. For those who love a touch of heat, optional chili flakes add the perfect spicy kick. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish, and serve the sauce alongside fresh or fried spring rolls for a dipping experience that’s simply unforgettable. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight meals, this versatile sauce is a must-have for any spring roll lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 teaspoons Brown sugar
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, and brown sugar.
Heat the saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely. This should take about 2 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly.
Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes (if using), sesame oil, and lime juice. Mix well to combine.
Pour the sauce into a small serving bowl or ramekin. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately alongside fresh or fried spring rolls. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1734 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 244 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.
