Bright, tangy, and deeply umami β Ponzu is a traditional Japanese dipping sauce made with citrus juice, soy sauce, and dashi. Perfect with grilled meat, sashimi, dumplings, or even salads. Its refreshing acidity and savory balance make it one of the most versatile sauces in Japanese cooking.
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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πΆ 100 ml soy sauce (β cup + 1 tbsp)
π 60 ml yuzu juice or lemon juice (ΒΌ cup)
π 1 tbsp rice vinegar
π¬ 1 tbsp mirin
π§ 1 tsp sugar
π§ Optional: 2 tbsp dashi (for deeper umami)
πΆοΈ Optional: sliced chili or grated daikon for serving
Preparation
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Total Time
π Prep: 5 min
π§ Rest: 60 min
β³ Total: 1h 5 min
Nutritional Value
π Calories: 10 kcal
πͺ Protein: 0.5 g
π§ Fat: 0 g
π Carbohydrates: 1.5 g
π§ Sodium: 340 mg
π₯ 10 kcalπͺ 0.5 g proteinπ 1.5 g carbs
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Advice
For the most authentic flavor, use fresh yuzu juice β or combine lemon and lime juice 50:50 as a substitute.
Status
Citrusy, salty, and full of umami ππ₯’ Ponzu is Japanβs most versatile sauce β dip, drizzle, enjoy! #GrannyZen #PonzuSauce #JapaneseFlavor #UmamiMagic
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