Japanese Tartar Sauce For Dipping Recipe

Name: Japanese Tartar Sauce For Dipping
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 14 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; Pickled Ginger; 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce (start with 1/4 tablespoon, add more to taste); 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; Wasabi

Elevate your Japanese-inspired dishes with this incredibly flavorful tartar sauce! Developed by food columnist Charl Leslie, this recipe is a delightful twist on a classic. Perfect for dipping tempura shrimp, fish bites, or any Japanese-style fried goodness. The secret? Let the flavors meld – make it ahead and refrigerate for at least a day to unlock its full potential. This recipe is incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize the taste to your preference. Start with the smaller quantities suggested, and add more to your liking!

Prep Time 7 mins

Cook Time 7 mins

Calories 773.7 kcal

Protein 6g

Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Japanese Tartar Sauce For Dipping

1/2 cup mayonnaise
Pickled Ginger
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce (start with 1/4 tablespoon, add more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Wasabi

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How to Make Japanese Tartar Sauce For Dipping

In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
Gently fold in the finely chopped gherkin, finely chopped scallions, and finely chopped fresh ginger.
Stir in the sesame oil until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more soy sauce for saltiness, rice vinegar for tang, or lemon juice for brightness.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully develop.
Serve chilled with your favorite Japanese-style fried foods. Enjoy!