Chinese Dipping Sauce
Elevate your appetizers, dumplings, and spring rolls with this quick and flavorful Chinese Dipping Sauce. Bursting with a harmonious blend of savory soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and nutty sesame oil, this versatile sauce is perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from honey or sugar. Aromatic notes of minced garlic, ginger, and fresh green onion add depth, while optional chili oil and red pepper flakes bring customizable heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 5 minutes, this no-cook recipe is an effortless way to add authentic Asian-inspired flavor to your favorite dishes. Ideal for dipping, drizzling, or marinating, this sauce will quickly become a must-have in your kitchen repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Honey or sugar
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely minced
- 1 stalk Green onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Water
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water.
Step 2
If you prefer a spicier sauce, add chili oil and/or red pepper flakes into the mixture.
Step 3
Mix in the honey or sugar, stirring until it fully dissolves to balance the flavors.
Step 4
Add finely minced garlic, ginger, and chopped green onion to the bowl.
Step 5
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more soy sauce for saltiness or more honey for sweetness).
Step 7
Serve immediately as a dipping sauce or let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (154.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 230.8 |
| Total Fat 18.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2308.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.5g | |
| Protein 6.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 36.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 287.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories