Best 6 Simple Ponzu Sauce Recipes

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**Ponzu Sauce: A Versatile Japanese Sauce for Various Dishes**

Ponzu sauce is a versatile Japanese sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, citrus juice, and dashi. It has a light, refreshing flavor with a tangy and slightly salty taste. Ponzu sauce is commonly used as a dipping sauce for sashimi, tempura, and grilled meats, but it can also be used as a marinade, salad dressing, or sauce for noodles and vegetables. This article provides three simple recipes for making ponzu sauce at home, each with its own unique flavor profile:

* **Classic Ponzu Sauce:** This is the basic ponzu sauce recipe, made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, citrus juice, and dashi. It has a balanced flavor that is perfect for dipping or marinating.
* **Yuzu Ponzu Sauce:** This recipe uses yuzu juice instead of lemon juice, giving it a bright and citrusy flavor. It is perfect for sashimi, tempura, and grilled fish.
* **Spicy Ponzu Sauce:** This recipe adds a kick of heat with the addition of chili peppers. It is perfect for those who like their food spicy and can be used as a dipping sauce for dumplings, noodles, or grilled meats.

No matter which recipe you choose, ponzu sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that will add a burst of flavor to your favorite Japanese dishes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

JAPANESE PONZU SAUCE (WITH VARIATIONS)



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Make Japanese ponzu sauce at home. You can substitute lime juice for the traditional yuzu. Use it as a dipping sauce or condiment.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories     Appetizer     Sauce

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons bonito flakes
1/4 cup fresh or bottled yuzu juice

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Combine mirin, vinegar, soy sauce, and bonito flakes in a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • Pour sauce through a strainer into a bowl and discard bonito flakes. Add yuzu juice. This recipe appears in Asian Grilling, by Su-Mei Yu, reprinted with permission.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 252 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1/4 cup (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SIMPLE PONZU SAUCE



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Serve this easy Japanese sauce with summer rolls, sushi, or dumplings.

Provided by Andrew Knowlton

Categories     Bon Appétit     Sauce     Lime Juice     Wine     Soy Sauce     Vinegar     Dip     Condiment

Yield Makes about 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Stir sugar and 1 Tbsp. warm water in a small bowl to dissolve sugar. Stir in lime juice, mirin, soy sauce, and vinegar.

PONZU



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     condiments, sauces and gravies, appetizer

Time 15m

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

Juice of 2 lemons
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons tamari
1/4 cup mirin
1/4 cup bonito flakes
1 3-inch square kelp, cut in thirds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients. Let sit for 24 hours, then strain through cheesecloth. Ideally, the ponzu should sit, refrigerated, for at least a month; it improves with age and may be stored in the refrigerator for up to six months. Serve as a dipping sauce for tempura.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 62, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 2726 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

PONZU SAUCE FOR DIPPING



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Provided by Food Network

Time P1D

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

Juice of 4 lemons
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 cup dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons tamari sauce
3 tablespoons mirin
1/3-ounce dried bonito flakes
2-inch square giant kelp (konbu)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and let stand 24 hours. Strain through a cheesecloth and store up to 3 months in a cool, dark place, or in the refrigerator.

HOMEMADE PONZU SAUCE



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Make and share this Homemade Ponzu Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup fresh lime juice (or a combination) or 1/2 cup lemon juice (or a combination)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 pinch red pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together juice, vinegar, soy sauce, mirin and brown sugar. Let sit at least 1 hour to marry flavors. Store covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 5551.5, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 31, Protein 10.8

PONZU SAUCE, AUTHENTIC



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The magic of Ponzu is possible in your own kitchen - Fresh is the secret; don't settle for the bottled stuff. Ponzu sauce is great with all kinds of fish, seafood, meats, and vegetables too. It's also used as a dipping sauce for appetizers and such - Your imagination is your limit.

Provided by pammyowl

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup orange juice, and zest
2 tablespoons sake
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Zest your orange (this is most easily and effectively done with a Micro-Plane grater - if you've not discovered how great these are, you must get one!) - Now juice it. You need ¼ cup; make a screwdriver with the rest.
  • Put orange juice, zest, sake, sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and cayenne into a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, turn down heat to a simmer, and reduce sauce by half for about 3 minutes.
  • Mix together the water and corn starch, add to the simmering sauce, and stir until thickened.
  • Allow to cook for another minute or two, add sesame oil, stir.
  • It's done! There, that was easy, wasn't it? Now taste it.
  • It's done! There, that was easy, wasn't it? Now taste it - Oh wow! Start imagining what you'll be able to do with this stuff.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make the best ponzu sauce. Look for ripe lemons, limes, and oranges, and use a good quality soy sauce and rice vinegar.
  • Adjust the flavors to your liking: Ponzu sauce is a versatile condiment that can be customized to your taste. If you like a more sour sauce, add more lemon or lime juice. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more sugar or honey. You can also adjust the amount of soy sauce and rice vinegar to suit your preferences.
  • Make a large batch and store it in the refrigerator: Ponzu sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. This makes it a great condiment to have on hand for quick and easy meals.
  • Use ponzu sauce as a marinade or dipping sauce: Ponzu sauce can be used to marinate chicken, fish, or tofu. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for dumplings, spring rolls, or tempura.

Conclusion:

Ponzu sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. So next time you are looking for a new way to add flavor to your meals, give ponzu sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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