Orange Five Spice Dressing
Elevate your salads, marinades, or grain bowls with the bold and flavorful *Orange Five Spice Dressing*! Bursting with the vibrant zest of fresh orange juice and balanced by the aromatic warmth of Chinese Five Spice powder, this dressing is a tantalizing fusion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. A hint of honey adds natural sweetness, while soy sauce and sesame oil bring a depth of umami richness. Fresh garlic and ginger provide a spicy kick, perfectly complementing the subtle acidity of rice vinegar. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests with homemade flair. Drizzle it over crisp greens or use it as a marinade for grilled meats—the possibilities are endless. Refrigerate for a short while to let the flavors meld, and enjoy this irresistible Asian-inspired dressing all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1.5 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice powder
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Peel and finely grate the garlic clove and fresh ginger. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.
Add the honey, sesame oil, and vegetable oil to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly until emulsified.
Sprinkle in the Chinese Five Spice powder, grated garlic, and ginger. Whisk until well combined.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning or sweetness as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a glass jar or container with a lid.
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Shake well before serving. Use this dressing within 1 week for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1168 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*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.
