Fabulously Simple Asian Dipping Sauce
Elevate your appetizers with this *Fabulously Simple Asian Dipping Sauce*, a quick and flavorful recipe that strikes the perfect balance between savory, sweet, and tangy. Made with pantry staples like soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar, this dipping sauce is infused with the warm, aromatic kick of fresh ginger and garlic. A touch of honey adds subtle sweetness, while a drizzle of sesame oil and optional red pepper flakes impart a nutty depth and gentle heat. Garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this versatile sauce is perfect for pairing with dumplings, spring rolls, or tempura, and comes together in just 5 minutes with no cooking required. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining, this easy Asian-inspired dipping sauce is sure to become a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Green onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl or jar, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, and honey.
Add finely grated ginger and minced garlic to the mixture. Stir well to ensure the flavours combine evenly.
If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle in red pepper flakes to taste.
Garnish the sauce with sliced green onion and toasted sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
Serve immediately as a dipping sauce for dumplings, spring rolls, or other appetizers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2566 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 301 mg | 6% | |
*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.
