Finadene Guam All Purpose Sauce
Brighten up your meals with Finadene, Guam’s iconic all-purpose sauce that’s bursting with bold flavors and versatility. This tangy, savory condiment is a harmonious blend of soy sauce, white vinegar, and fresh lemon juice, balanced with the sharpness of scallions, thinly sliced onions, and the fiery kick of fresh chili peppers. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, Finadene is the perfect companion for grilled meats, seafood, or even a warm bowl of steamed rice. Whether used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or finishing drizzle, this traditional Chamorro staple elevates every bite with its addictive umami and zesty punch. Easy to customize and store, it’s a must-have recipe for anyone seeking vibrant island-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 stalks Green onions (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Yellow or white onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 pieces Fresh chili peppers (such as bird’s eye chili or Thai chili), finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl or jar, combine the soy sauce, white vinegar, and fresh lemon juice. Mix well to combine the liquid base of the sauce.
Add the finely chopped green onions, thinly sliced yellow or white onion, and the diced chili peppers into the mix.
Pour in the water and stir gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Allow the sauce to sit for 5–10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. For more heat, add extra chili peppers. For more acidity, add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice.
Serve as a dipping sauce, marinade, or drizzle over rice and meats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4620 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 807 mg | 17% | |
*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.
