Best 5 Nonas Japanese Ume Dressing Recipes

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**Nona's Japanese Ume Dressing: A Flavorful Symphony for Your Culinary Creations**

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Nona's Japanese Ume Dressing, a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory notes that will elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Crafted with the finest Japanese umeboshi plums, this versatile dressing adds a burst of umami and a touch of tang to a variety of dishes, from salads and grilled meats to tofu and vegetables. As a bonus, this recipe collection features three variations of the classic ume dressing, each offering unique flavor profiles to suit your taste preferences and culinary adventures. Whether you prefer a spicy kick, a hint of garlic, or a touch of sesame, these variations have got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

NONA'S JAPANESE CREAMY SESAME SALAD DRESSING



Nona's Japanese Creamy Sesame Salad Dressing image

My Dad is very fond of a creamy sesame dressing found in Japanese restaurant near him and has asked me if I can come up with something close to it. I tasted it, tasted it, and tasted it and came to a conclusion that it's a commercial based salad dressing with raw eggs, very sharp vinegar taste reminiscent of kewpie mayonnaise taste and something else I could not pinpoint. That salad dressing is good, but when you taste it by itself, I realize there were lots of stablizers, preservatives, and chemical taste that I did not like. But still, I had to come up with something for Dad because he was paying $5 for a cup of this dressing and he was going through it quickly. This is my rendition and I think much tastier one that I am proud of. You can easily grind roasted sesame seeds in coffee grinder for 1 second or you can mortar and pestle. It should only be partially ground

Provided by Rinshinomori

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon sugar or 1 tablespoon sugar substitute
1 tablespoon sesame paste or 1 tablespoon tahini
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted and partially ground
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ajinomoto (accent) (optional)
1 -2 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients thoroughly and refrigerate. Keeps for 2 to 3 weeks in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.9, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 1.5, Sodium 166.8, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 0.3

NONNA'S TUSCAN SALAD DRESSING



Nonna's Tuscan Salad Dressing image

This very light, fresh dressing works equally well on mixed greens, spinach or romaine, or just drizzled over sliced, fresh, ripe summer tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Quick and easy to make fresh, but stores well for up to 3 months in the refrigerator. It's a family recipe brought over from the old country by my nonna (grandma.)

Provided by Baricat

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup water
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place the mayonnaise, vinegar, water, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, and black pepper into a blender. Blend for 2 minutes, then pour into a salad dressing container, and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 49.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

JAPANESE UME DRESSING



Japanese Ume Dressing image

Quick salad dressing recipe...posted upon request. I've seen this with the addition of a little bit of white miso, so you may want to experiment with this.

Provided by Akikobay

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted lightly
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 -2 tablespoon minced umeboshi or 1 -2 tablespoon neri-ume (comes in a little squirt bottle)
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar or 1/4 cup ume vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice or 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Puree and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 1, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 0.6

JAPANESE UME DRESSING



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I'm always tinkering and creating new Japanese salad dressing. This is one them I created 7-8 years ago and very tasty. Umeboshi can be found in Japanese markets in the refrigerated section. It is often called pickled plums. However, ume is closer to small apricots. The size range from dime to 50 cent piece. Smaller dime sized umeboshi is usually very crunchy and should not be used for this recipe as there is not enough fruit and taste is lacking and briny. Ume flavor is very, very popular in Japanese cooking. You can find ume confection, ume rice crackers, ume candy, ume ice cream, ume pork chops, ume drinks, ume in various salad dishes, and of course, ume dressing like this. Umeboshi is loved by Japanese as much as tea and rice.

Provided by Rinshinomori

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted lightly
1 tablespoon gingerroot, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons umeboshi, chopped
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice (optional) or 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice (optional)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix in a blender for 30 seconds.

FAMOUS JAPANESE RESTAURANT-STYLE SALAD DRESSING



Famous Japanese Restaurant-Style Salad Dressing image

This is a good recipe that is easy and flavorful.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup minced onion
½ cup peanut oil
⅓ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons ketchup
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the minced onion, peanut oil, rice vinegar, water, ginger, celery, ketchup, soy sauce, sugar, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper . Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds or until all of the ingredients are well-pureed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 313.8 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe and juicy plums, as they have the best flavor.
  • To save time, you can use pre-made sushi vinegar.
  • If you want a sweeter dressing, add more sugar or honey.
  • If you want a spicier dressing, add more red pepper flakes.
  • This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Nona's Japanese Ume Dressing is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for salads, grilled vegetables, fish, and chicken. With its sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, this dressing is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious dressing, give this recipe a try!

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