Best 3 Famous Japanese Restaurant Style Salad Dressing Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, the Japanese restaurant-style salad dressing stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of tangy, sweet, and umami flavors. This versatile dressing transcends the boundaries of mere salads, enhancing the taste of grilled meats, seafood, and even vegetables. With its velvety texture and luscious sheen, this dressing elevates the simplest of dishes into an orchestra of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an aspiring home cook, this guide will take you on a culinary journey, introducing you to the secrets behind this iconic dressing. Discover the delicate balance of rice vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce, and learn how to incorporate the magic of sesame oil and garlic to create a dressing that tantalizes the taste buds. Embark on this voyage and transform your culinary repertoire with this Japanese restaurant-style salad dressing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JAPANESE RESTAURANT SALAD DRESSING



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I could eat this dressing with a spoon.

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     Salad

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 medium-size carrots (peeled and cut into about 1-inch chunks)
1 piece 2-inches fresh ginger, peeled and cut into disks
1 shallot (minced, or 1⁄4 cup minced onion)
¼ cup unseasoned rice vinegar (or 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar)
¼ cup canola, peanut, or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon Asian dark sesame oil (see Note)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
4 teaspoons miso paste (optional, but recommended)
2 teaspoons mirin (optional)
6 to 7 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce (about 11⁄2 heads lettuce or 2 hearts of romaine)
½ cups shredded peeled carrots
½ cucumber (preferably seedless or English, peeled, cut in half lengthwise, and thinly sliced crosswise)
Handful of cherry or grape tomatoes
1 cups steamed tiny broccoli florets (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the Japanese carrot-ginger dressing: Place the carrot chunks, ginger, shallot or onion, rice vinegar, canola oil, sesame oil, and sugar in a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Pulse until well combined. Add the miso and mirin, if using, and 1⁄4 cup of water and puree until nicely blended and fairly smooth. If you want your dressing a little thinner, you can add another tablespoon or two of water and puree again.
  • Make the salad: Place the lettuce, shredded carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, and broccoli, if using, in a large serving bowl and drizzle about 1⁄2 cup of the dressing on top, or more if desired. Toss the salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 kcal, Carbohydrate 10.36 g, Protein 2.13 g, Fat 12.26 g, SaturatedFat 1.11 g, Sodium 200.41 mg, Fiber 3.06 g, Sugar 4.77 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JAPANESE SALAD DRESSING



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You can make a delicious Japanese Salad dressing in no time at all.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons white miso
2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup rice cooking wine (or mirin)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup peanut oil (vegetable oil is ok)
1/8 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl, and mix together. Store in an airtight container. The salad dressing stays fresh for about 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 606 mg, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JAPANESE SALAD DRESSING



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A perfect blend of flavors for a salad dressing that will get you rave reviews. Serve at once or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Shake or stir well before serving.

Provided by Sheri Campbell Gongaware

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
⅓ cup minced onion
¼ cup minced celery
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
½ lime, juiced
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Pulse ginger, onion, and celery in a food processor until thoroughly combined. Scrape down sides of food processor with a spatula. Add soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, ketchup, and pepper; process until combined, 10 to 20 seconds. Stream oil in a thin stream into the mixture with the processor running; process until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 464 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad dressing will taste. This is especially true for the vegetables, herbs, and citrus fruits.

Taste as you go: Don't be afraid to taste the salad dressing as you're making it and adjust the seasonings as needed. This is the best way to ensure that the dressing is perfectly balanced to your taste.

Let the dressing sit for a while before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. If you're short on time, you can skip this step, but the dressing will be even better if you can let it sit for at least 30 minutes.

Use a variety of vegetables: Don't just stick to one type of vegetable. Using a variety of vegetables will give your salad dressing more flavor and texture.

Experiment with different herbs and spices: There are endless possibilities when it comes to herbs and spices that you can use in your salad dressing. Don't be afraid to experiment until you find a combination that you love.

Conclusion:

Japanese restaurant-style salad dressing is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of salads. It's easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients, and it's a great way to add flavor to your meals.

Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing dressing for a summer salad or a more robust dressing for a hearty winter salad, there's a Japanese restaurant-style salad dressing recipe out there for you. So next time you're making a salad, give one of these recipes a try.

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