Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce Recipe

Experience the magic of Benihana's signature ginger dipping sauce! This incredibly easy recipe takes just minutes to make and delivers an explosion of fresh ginger, tangy citrus, and savory umami that will elevate any meal. Perfect for sushi, steak, chicken, or as a vibrant addition to your favorite stir-fry, this homemade sauce is far superior to store-bought versions. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this authentic and unbelievably delicious taste of Benihana!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 10.3 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce

1/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh gingerroot, sliced
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sesame oil

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How to Make Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce

Peel and finely mince the ginger.
Combine the minced ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and orange juice in a blender.
Blend until completely smooth and the sugar has fully dissolved. Adjust consistency by adding a tiny bit more water if needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more sugar for sweetness, rice vinegar for tang, or soy sauce for saltiness.
Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later use (refrigerated flavors will deepen!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce?

Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce?

Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce has approximately 10.3 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce?

The key ingredients for Benihana Ginger Dipping Sauce are Onion, Gingerroot, Soy Sauce, Rice Wine Vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon orange juice. See the full list with measurements above.