Asian Dipping Sauces Recipe

Dive into a world of flavor with this collection of four irresistible Asian dipping sauces! Perfect for spring rolls, dumplings, or anything that needs a delicious boost, these easy-to-make sauces are ready in under 20 minutes. From the classic sesame to the zesty lemon-garlic, each sauce offers a unique taste adventure. Get ready to elevate your next Asian-inspired meal!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 231.2 kcal

Protein 17g

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Ingredients for Asian Dipping Sauces

1/4 cup sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 cup soy sauce (shoyu)
Mirin
2 teaspoons caster sugar
Dashi
Warm Water
1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 5cm (2 inch) piece fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
Fresh Coriander
2 small red chilies
1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic

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How to Make Asian Dipping Sauces

**Sesame Seed Dipping Sauce:**
Toast 1/4 cup sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
Crush toasted sesame seeds into a paste using a mortar and pestle or a clean coffee grinder. Add 2 teaspoons of sesame oil if necessary to create a smooth paste.
Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger.
**Ginger Dipping Sauce:**
Combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil in a small bowl.
**Lemon & Garlic Dipping Sauce:**
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar until the sugar dissolves.
Stir in 2 finely chopped small red chilies and 3 finely minced cloves of garlic.
**Soy & Ginger Dipping Sauce:**
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup soy sauce (shoyu), 5cm (2 inch) piece of peeled and finely grated fresh ginger, and 2 teaspoons caster sugar. Mix well and serve within 15 minutes of preparation.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

100 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

10g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asian Dipping Sauces?

Asian Dipping Sauces takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asian Dipping Sauces?

Asian Dipping Sauces has approximately 231.2 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asian Dipping Sauces?

The key ingredients for Asian Dipping Sauces are Sesame Seeds, Vegetable Oil, Japanese Soy Sauce, Mirin, Caster Sugar, Dashi. See the full list with measurements above.