Description

Dragon Sauce is a bold, spicy, savory-sweet sauce packed with umami that comes together in minutes and adds instant heat and depth to noodles, vegetables, bowls, and more.

Ingredients

1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated

1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)

1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or 1 teaspoon sriracha

1 teaspoon miso paste (optional)

1 teaspoon lime juice (optional)

1/2 teaspoon tomato paste (optional)

1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

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Instructions

For the raw version, add all ingredients to a blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth and well combined.
Taste and adjust sweetness, acidity, or heat as desired.
Let the sauce rest for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
For the simmered version, heat sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
Add tamari, vinegar, sweetener, chili, and optional add-ins.
Simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cool slightly and blend if a smooth texture is desired.
Use immediately or store for later.

Notes

Adjust spice level easily by increasing or reducing chili.

Use low-sodium tamari to reduce salt.

Can be thickened with a cornstarch slurry if desired.

Great as a sauce, dip, marinade, or drizzle.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Sauce
Method: No-Cook or Simmered
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 45
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg