Japanese Wasabi Marinade
Elevate your culinary creations with this bold and flavorful Japanese Wasabi Marinade—a perfect blend of umami-rich soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and the iconic spicy kick of wasabi paste. Balanced with the subtle sweetness of honey and the nutty essence of sesame oil, this marinade brings a harmonious depth to any dish, whether you're enhancing proteins like salmon or tofu, or adding life to fresh vegetables. Infused with aromatic garlic, zesty ginger, and crunchy green onions, it’s quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes. Don’t forget the optional toasted sesame seeds for extra texture and nuttiness. This versatile marinade is your secret weapon for creating savory Japanese-inspired dishes with an irresistible flavor profile that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons Wasabi paste
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely grated
- 1 stalk Green onions, finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and rice vinegar, whisking them together until well blended.
Add the wasabi paste and sesame oil to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly to ensure the wasabi is evenly incorporated.
Stir in the honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger, mixing until all ingredients are well combined.
Fold in the sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if using, to add texture and flavor.
Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce for saltiness, wasabi for heat, or honey for sweetness.
Use the marinade immediately by pouring over your choice of protein or vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2580 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 317 mg | 7% | |
*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.
