Oriental Sesame Dressing
Elevate your salads, marinades, and dipping sauces with this irresistible Oriental Sesame Dressing—a quick and flavorful blend of umami-rich soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and nutty sesame oil, sweetened with a touch of honey. Infused with the bold aromas of freshly minced garlic and grated ginger, and finished with toasted sesame seeds for added texture, this easy dressing comes together in just 10 minutes. Its versatile flavor profile is perfect for Asian-inspired dishes or as a zesty twist to everyday meals. Customize the depth of flavor with optional vegetable oil, then let it refrigerate to achieve peak savory perfection. Whether drizzled over crisp greens or used as a marinade, this homemade sesame dressing guarantees a deliciously gourmet touch every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (optional for a milder flavor)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved.
Add the finely minced garlic and freshly grated ginger to the mixture, stirring to evenly incorporate the flavors.
Sprinkle in the toasted sesame seeds, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk to blend thoroughly.
If desired, whisk in the vegetable oil to mellow the bold flavors and achieve a smoother consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or honey as needed to balance the flavors.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Shake or whisk before using, and drizzle over salads, use as a marinade, or serve as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2321 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 214 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.
