Sugar-Free Sauce Tonkatsu
Indulge in the bold, tangy flavors of Sugar-Free Sauce Tonkatsu—your perfect guilt-free accompaniment for crispy, golden tonkatsu or other favorite dishes! This healthier take on traditional tonkatsu sauce swaps out refined sugars for natural date syrup, packing in rich sweetness without the guilt. A vibrant blend of tomato paste, soy sauce, and Worcestershire is elevated by the zing of apple cider vinegar, a touch of Dijon mustard, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and ginger. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy, no-sugar-added sauce is a savory-sweet masterpiece that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Refrigerate the extra for up to two weeks and drizzle it over meats, veggies, or rice bowls for an elevated dining experience. Perfect for health-conscious foodies or anyone looking for a homemade twist on classic sauces!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Date syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine tomato paste, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir in date syrup and Dijon mustard until fully incorporated.
Step 3
Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and black pepper to the mixture. Continue stirring to ensure even distribution.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Allow the sauce to cook for about 5 minutes or until the ingredients are well blended and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 5
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Step 6
Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Step 7
Serve as a dipping sauce or pour over your favorite tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (220.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 230.2 |
| Total Fat 3.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2536.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.0g | |
| Protein 8.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 109.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1356.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories