Easy Homemade Dumpling Dipping Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This easy homemade dumpling dipping sauce is packed with savory and tangy flavors that perfectly complement any dumplings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this vibrant sauce in minutes to enhance your meal.

A glossy light beige dumpling with detailed pleated edges is held by dark brown chopsticks in a woman's hand, about to be dipped into a small white bowl filled with dark sauce speckled with chopped green onions and sesame seeds; in the soft-focus background, more dumplings with the same pleating rest on a white plate, all placed on a wood-textured surface replaced with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 4 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp white sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic and chopped green onion.
  2. Step 2: Add the light soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the bowl.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle in the white sesame seeds and mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Serve the sauce alongside homemade or store-bought dumplings and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

  • For a spicy kick, add a dash of chili oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Use dark soy sauce for a richer, deeper flavor, but reduce the amount slightly to avoid overpowering the sauce.
  • Try adding a teaspoon of honey or sugar to balance the tanginess with a touch of sweetness.
  • Fresh ginger grated finely can be added for extra warmth and zest.

Storage

Store the dipping sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir well before each use, as ingredients may settle. This sauce is best enjoyed fresh but maintains its flavor well when chilled.

How to Serve

A single light golden-brown dumpling with a slightly crispy bottom and soft, translucent top is held by dark brown chopsticks. The dumpling has small folds on top with bits of green onion and sesame seeds on its surface. It is being dipped into a small white bowl filled with a dark soy-based sauce mixed with green onion pieces, sesame seeds, and chili flakes. The background is a white marbled texture with a blurred white plate holding more dumplings slightly visible. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dipping sauce in advance?

Yes, you can prepare it a day ahead. The flavors will meld nicely, making the sauce even more flavorful. Just give it a good stir before serving.

Is this sauce suitable for other dishes besides dumplings?

Absolutely! This sauce works well as a marinade for meats, a drizzle over steamed vegetables, or a dip for spring rolls and sushi.

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Easy Homemade Dumpling Dipping Sauce Recipe

This easy homemade dumpling dipping sauce combines savory soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, aromatic garlic, and toasted sesame oil to create a perfectly balanced condiment that elevates any dumpling dish. It’s quick to make and pairs wonderfully with both homemade and store-bought dumplings.

  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 4 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp white sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the aromatics: Mince the garlic cloves finely to release their full flavor and chop the green onion into small pieces to ensure even distribution in the sauce.
  2. Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the minced garlic, chopped green onion, 4 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of white sesame seeds.
  3. Mix thoroughly: Stir all ingredients together until the sauce is well combined and the flavors meld uniformly.
  4. Serve: Use this sauce immediately as a dipping accompaniment for homemade or store-bought dumplings, enhancing their taste with every bite.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of garlic or vinegar to suit your taste preferences.
  • For a spicier kick, add a few drops of chili oil or sprinkle red pepper flakes into the sauce.
  • Can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; stir before use as ingredients may settle.
  • Light soy sauce is preferred to keep the sauce less salty; regular soy sauce can be used but reduce added salt in recipes accordingly.

Keywords: dumpling dipping sauce, homemade sauce, Asian dipping sauce, easy sauce, soy sauce dip, sesame dipping sauce

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