Tgi Friday's Mandarin Orange Sesame Dressing Copycat

Elevate your salads, marinades, and dipping sauces with this vibrant TGI Friday's Mandarin Orange Sesame Dressing copycat recipe! Bursting with the tangy sweetness of freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice, the zing of rice vinegar, and the rich, nutty aroma of toasted sesame oil, this dressing offers a perfect balance of bold flavors. Infused with grated ginger, garlic, and a touch of honey, every bite is packed with a deliciously complex taste, while toasted sesame seeds add a satisfying crunch. Whipped up in just 10 minutes, this silky, homemade dressing is perfect for drizzling over fresh greens or using as a versatile marinade. Try it today for a quick and easy way to add restaurant-quality flavor to your meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Mandarin orange juice (freshly squeezed or canned)
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1.5 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 0.25 cup Canola oil or vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (finely grated)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mandarin orange juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Whisk until the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 2

Slowly drizzle in the sesame oil and canola oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth, emulsified mixture.

Step 3

Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and brown sugar to the bowl. Whisk until evenly combined.

Step 4

Stir in the toasted sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to a glass jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Shake or whisk the dressing before serving. Drizzle over salads, use as a marinade, or serve as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(315.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	990.5

Total Fat 86.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1461.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 48.1g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 87.6mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 380.4mg	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: 76.0%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 21.8%