Ginger and Sesame Marinade
Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant Ginger and Sesame Marinade, a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Infused with the warm zing of freshly grated ginger, the umami depth of soy sauce, and the nutty richness of sesame oil, this marinade is a versatile favorite that pairs beautifully with chicken, fish, tofu, or roasted vegetables. A splash of rice vinegar and a touch of honey add brightness and sweetness, while toasted sesame seeds and scallions deliver crunch and freshness. Customizable with optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice, this 10-minute, no-cook marinade is as effortless as it is flavorful. Whether you're prepping for a quick weeknight meal or impressing guests at a weekend barbecue, this easy ginger sesame marinade will take your dishes to the next level.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (grated) fresh ginger
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stems (thinly sliced) scallions
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
Grate fresh ginger into a small mixing bowl until you have 2 tablespoons.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the ginger.
Pour the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar into the bowl.
Whisk in the honey until fully dissolved and incorporated.
Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced scallions.
Add black pepper and, if desired, red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Whisk all the ingredients together until the marinade is well combined.
Use immediately to marinate chicken, fish, tofu, or vegetables. Let the protein or vegetables sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
Any leftover marinade (before adding raw protein) can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2313 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 445 mg | 9% | |
*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.
