Soy-Free Versatile Sushi Sauce
Elevate your sushi experience with this Soy-Free Versatile Sushi Sauce—an irresistible blend of coconut aminos, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and aromatic ginger and garlic. Perfect for those avoiding soy, this quick, 8-minute recipe delivers a balanced mix of savory umami, zesty sweetness, and a subtle kick of heat, thanks to optional chili flakes or sriracha. The addition of toasted sesame oil and a silky cornstarch or arrowroot slurry creates a luscious glaze that pairs beautifully with sushi rolls, sashimi, rice bowls, or steamed veggies. Easy to customize and store, this wholesome and allergy-friendly sushi sauce is a must-have for adding depth and flavor to your favorite Asian-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Optional: Chili flakes or sriracha for heat
Instructions
In a small saucepan, whisk together the coconut aminos, rice vinegar, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and toasted sesame oil until well combined.
In a separate small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch (or arrowroot powder) until it forms a smooth slurry with no lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
Once simmering, slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, ensuring no lumps form.
Continue cooking for about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
If you prefer extra heat, stir in the chili flakes or sriracha at this stage.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a small serving dish or an airtight container for storage. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite sushi or rice dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1623 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 26 mg | 1% | |
*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.
