Tempura Dipping Sauce
Elevate your tempura experience with this classic Japanese Tempura Dipping Sauce, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and umami flavors. Made with a harmonious blend of dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and a hint of sugar, this versatile sauce complements the light, crispy texture of tempura beautifully. The addition of freshly grated ginger provides a zesty kick, while optional grated daikon radish adds a refreshing twist. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy dipping sauce is ideal for a cozy homemade Japanese meal or as a flavorful companion to any fried dish. Serve it warm or at room temperature for the ultimate tempura pairing!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Dashi stock
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Mirin
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons Grated daikon radish (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar fully dissolves. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Avoid boiling the sauce.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Step 4
Once the sauce has cooled, stir in the grated ginger. If using grated daikon radish, gently fold it into the sauce as well.
Step 5
Pour the sauce into individual serving bowls or a small dipping dish.
Step 6
Serve alongside freshly fried tempura and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 399.8 grams (399.8g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 231 |
| Total Fat 0.30g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2816mg | 122% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.40g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.10g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 37.20g | |
| Protein 7.00g | 14% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 39mg | 3% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 368mg | 8% |
Source of Calories