Finadene
Turn up the flavor with Finadene, a bold and tangy Chamorro dipping sauce that's a staple in Guamanian cuisine. Bursting with umami-rich soy sauce, zesty fresh lime juice, and a kick of fiery chili peppers, this versatile condiment is balanced with finely chopped onions and a touch of white vinegar for a perfectly sharp, savory finish. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, Finadene is perfect for drizzling over freshly grilled meats, seafood, or steaming bowls of rice. Customize the heat level to your liking with your choice of chili peppers, or mellow the intensity with a splash of water. This simple yet dynamic sauce adds a taste of the tropics to your table and is sure to elevate any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 0.5 cup White or yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 pieces Fresh red or green chili peppers (bird’s eye or similar), finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional for a milder taste)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, fresh lime juice, and white vinegar.
Add the finely chopped white or yellow onion, green onions, and chili peppers to the bowl. Stir well to combine.
If the mixture tastes too sharp or salty for your preference, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to balance the flavors.
Let the Finadene sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve as a dipping sauce, drizzle over rice, grilled meats, or seafood. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4619 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
