Oriental Sesame Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with the rich, nutty flavor of this Oriental Sesame Salad Dressing, a quick and easy recipe ready in just 10 minutes! This homemade dressing blends the perfect balance of savory soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and aromatic toasted sesame oil, sweetened with a touch of honey. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic add a zing of freshness, while sesame seeds offer a delightful crunch. Whisked into a smooth, velvety emulsion, this versatile dressing pairs beautifully with crisp greens, Asian-inspired slaws, or even as a marinade for chicken or tofu. Simple to make yet bursting with bold flavors, this sesame dressing is a must-have for anyone craving an authentic, restaurant-worthy taste at home.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger to measure 1 teaspoon.
Step 2
Peel and mince the garlic clove.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and honey until fully combined.
Step 4
Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame seeds, water, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 5
Whisk vigorously to emulsify the ingredients into a smooth, cohesive dressing.
Step 6
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if desired.
Step 7
Transfer the dressing into a glass jar or bottle with a tight lid for storage.
Step 8
Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Step 9
Shake or whisk the dressing before using, and drizzle over your favorite salad or use as a marinade for proteins like chicken or tofu.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (171.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 389.9 |
| Total Fat 33.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2324.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.5g | |
| Protein 6.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 30.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 237.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories