Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce Recipe

Craving a flavor explosion? This ridiculously easy Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce comes together in minutes with pantry staples! Perfect for elevating potstickers, spring rolls, summer rolls, or anything that needs a fiery-sweet kick. Swap out the Asian hot sauce for chili oil if you prefer – we love using sriracha! Get ready for a taste sensation.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 18.7 kcal

Protein 0g

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

Ingredients for Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce
Rice Wine Vinegar
Asian Chili Sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Sesame Seeds

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How to Make Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and Asian hot sauce (or chili oil).
Gradually whisk in the sugar until it's completely dissolved.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more honey for sweetness, more hot sauce for heat, or more rice vinegar for tang.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce?

Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce?

Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce has approximately 18.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce?

The key ingredients for Sweet Spicy Asian Dipping Sauce are Soy Sauce, Rice Wine Vinegar, Asian Chili Sauce, Sesame Oil, Sugar, Sesame Seeds. See the full list with measurements above.