Japanese Steakhouse Ginger Dipping Sauce

Bring a burst of bold, zesty flavor to your plate with this Japanese Steakhouse Ginger Dipping Sauce, a versatile condiment that's perfect for recreating your favorite hibachi-style meals at home. This quick and simple sauce comes together in just 10 minutes using pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, balanced with freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and a touch of sweetness from sugar. Finely chopped green onion and optional sesame seeds add a delightful finishing touch. Serve this savory, tangy dipping sauce with grilled steak, shrimp, scallops, or roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality dining experience. Easy to prepare and endlessly versatile, this ginger dipping sauce is a must-have for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons (grated) fresh ginger
• 1 clove (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon (finely chopped) green onion
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, sugar, sesame oil, and water.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture thoroughly until the sugar has dissolved and all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Taste the sauce and adjust as needed — you can add a bit more sugar for sweetness or more rice vinegar for tang.

Step 4

Stir in the finely chopped green onion and sesame seeds (if using) for additional flavor and texture.

Step 5

Transfer the sauce to a small serving bowl or dipping container.

Step 6

Serve immediately with grilled steak, shrimp, scallops, or vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(201.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	243.4

Total Fat 15.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2308.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 60.5mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 313.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 32.3%