Japanese Dressing
Elevate your salads and vegetables with this vibrant and flavorful Japanese Dressing, a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. Made with pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, this quick 10-minute recipe is brightened with fresh ginger, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. The addition of garlic and a hint of ground white pepper adds a depth of flavor that makes it irresistibly delicious. Ideal for drizzling over leafy greens, steamed vegetables, or even noodles, this homemade dressing is a versatile kitchen essential. Plus, it’s easy to store—just shake it up for a fresh burst of umami flavor anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper
Instructions
Start by peeling and finely grating 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger. You can use a microplane or the smallest side of a box grater for a smooth texture.
Peel and finely mince 1 garlic clove. If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, you can lightly crush the clove instead of mincing it and remove it after the dressing is mixed.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the bowl, followed by the grated ginger, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground white pepper.
Whisk the mixture briskly until all the ingredients are well emulsified and the honey and sugar are completely dissolved. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a touch more honey for sweetness or soy sauce for saltiness.
Let the dressing rest for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, then whisk again before using.
Serve immediately over salads, vegetables, or noodles, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk the dressing well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
467 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1730 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 223 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.
