Toasted Sesame Sauce

Elevate your meals with this rich and aromatic Toasted Sesame Sauce, a versatile condiment that adds a punch of nutty flavor to everything from salads to stir-fries. Made with freshly toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of honey, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet. Infused with garlic and ginger for a depth of flavor, and thickened with just a touch of cornstarch, it achieves a velvety texture that's ideal for drizzling or dipping. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for meal preps or last-minute culinary enhancements. Pair this homemade sesame sauce with roasted veggies, grilled meats, or noodles for an irresistible finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame oil
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Place a small skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sesame seeds and toast them, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and aromatic. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Peel the garlic clove and finely mince it. Peel a small piece of ginger and grate it until you have 1 teaspoon of grated ginger.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and toasted sesame oil. Stir well to blend the ingredients.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the saucepan.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.

Step 6

Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce. Stir continuously to prevent lumps as the sauce begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the toasted sesame seeds to the sauce and remove from heat.

Step 8

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before transferring it to an airtight container. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	177.8 grams (177.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	392

Total Fat 29.30g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1746mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 27.40g	10%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 17.70g
Protein 11.30g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 42mg	3%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 320mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 26.2%