Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce Recipe

Elevate your shrimp dishes with this quick and easy Japanese dipping sauce! Perfect for grilled, boiled, or even pan-fried shrimp, this vibrant sauce delivers a burst of umami flavor in just 5 minutes. The savory blend of soy sauce, mirin, and rice vinegar creates a delicious balance that complements the sweetness of the shrimp beautifully. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet sophisticated recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 958.8 kcal

Protein 6g

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Ingredients for Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce

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How to Make Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons mirin, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. You might want to add a touch more mirin for sweetness or rice vinegar for acidity.
Serve immediately with your favorite grilled, boiled, or pan-fried shrimp.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

83 g

Sugar

87g

Fat

57g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce?

Japanese Shrimp 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 Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce?

Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce has approximately 958.8 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 120 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce?

The key ingredients for Japanese Shrimp Dipping Sauce are Mayonnaise, Ketchup, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.