Best 4 Simplest Asian Dressing Recipes

**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey across Asia, exploring the vibrant flavors and diverse culinary traditions of this vast continent.** From the tangy and aromatic Vietnamese dressing to the rich and savory Japanese ginger dressing, each recipe captures the essence of its respective cuisine. Elevate your salads, noodles, and grilled meats with these versatile dressings, adding a burst of flavor and a touch of authenticity to your everyday meals.

**1. Vietnamese Dressing:**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this zesty and aromatic dressing. Made with fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and herbs, this dressing is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and savory. Drizzle it over rice vermicelli noodle salads, grilled meats, or tofu for a refreshing and flavorful experience.

**2. Japanese Ginger Dressing:**

Discover the umami-rich flavors of Japan with this versatile ginger dressing. A harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated ginger, this dressing adds a savory and slightly sweet touch to salads, grilled fish, and roasted vegetables.

**3. Chinese Sesame Dressing:**

Experience the nutty and aromatic flavors of China with this classic sesame dressing. Made with toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, this dressing is a perfect accompaniment to Asian salads, stir-fried noodles, and dumplings.

**4. Thai Sweet Chili Dressing:**

Embark on a culinary adventure to Thailand with this sweet and spicy dressing. Made with red chili peppers, garlic, lime juice, and palm sugar, this dressing brings a vibrant and flavorful kick to salads, grilled shrimp, and spring rolls.

**5. Korean Gochujang Dressing:**

Explore the bold and spicy flavors of Korea with this gochujang dressing. Made with fermented red chili paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, this dressing adds a fiery and savory touch to salads, grilled meats, and rice bowls.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN SESAME DRESSING

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A fantastic standby dressing to have on hand because it keeps for 3 weeks! Use this Asian dressing for leafy green salads, Asian slaws, noodle salads and chopped salads. It's also a terrific dressing to make steamed vegetables so much tastier. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh sesame seeds and sliced greens onions!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories Salad

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1/4 cup white vinegar ((adjust to taste for sharpness))
1/4 cup olive oil ((Note 1))
1 tbsp sugar ((any type) or 1 1/2 tbsp honey)
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp white vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil ((Note 1))
1 tsp sugar ((any type) or 1 1/2 tsp honey)

Steps:

Place ingredients in a jar and shake well until sugar is dissolved. Adjust saltiness with salt and sweetness with sugar to taste.
Keep for up to 3 weeks, in the fridge (to be safe). Bring to room temp and shake well before use.
Single serving batch is enough for 3 - 4 cups of shredded cabbage / leafy greens i.e. a side salad for 4 people.
Big batch - my rule of thumb for how much dressing to use is generally 1 tbsp of dressing per 1 packed cup of shredded vegetables and 2 tsp per handful of leafy greens.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 17 g, Calories 52 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Fat 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 226 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ASIAN GINGER DRESSING

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Terrific salad dressing for all salads - especially great for use on cabbage salads. Everyone who has had the dressing wants the recipe.

Provided by DIETER_WEBER

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
¾ cup olive oil
⅓ cup rice vinegar
½ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
¼ cup water

Steps:

In a 1 pint glass jar or larger, combine the garlic, ginger, olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and water. Cover the jar with a tight fitting lid, and shake well. Remove lid, and heat jar in the microwave for 1 minute just to dissolve the honey. Let cool, and shake well before serving. Store covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 361.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ASIAN SALAD DRESSING

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This Asian salad dressing is delicious in a salad or on stir-fried vegetables. It will last, sealed in a Mason jar, in the refrigerator for about six weeks. A tablespoon of ground ginger may be used in place of fresh. -Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

Place all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate until serving. Shake dressing again just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ASIAN COLESLAW DRESSING

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If you love creamy southern-style coleslaw, give this dressing with an Asian-style twist a try. Leftover dressing can be kept refrigerated for up to a week offering you a great last-minute option for creating a fresh tasting side dish for your dinner menus throughout the week. Napa cabbage is also a great substitute for packaged coleslaw mix.

Provided by WildLime

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 16 oz, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced or 1/2 teaspoon dried ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons milk, half-and-half or 2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) package of prepared coleslaw mix (grated cabbage and carrots)
1 bunch green onion, sliced on the bias
1 cup fresh snow pea, stemmed and sliced on the bias
1/2 cup radish, sliced
1/2 cup English cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup sliced toasted almond

Steps:

Combine the first 8 ingredients (vinegar through white pepper) in a jar with a tight fitting lid or cruet that holds at least 8 oz.
Shake until sugar is dissolved.
Add mayonnaise and milk and shake until completely combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions, snow peas, radishes, and cucumbers. (note: do not add almonds until just before serving).
Pour desired amount of Asian coleslaw dressing over cabbage mix and stir gently to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or more. Optional: Sprinkle almonds on just before serving to help keep them crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.2, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 10.9, Sodium 471.5, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 13.2, Protein 4.6

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dressing.
Taste the dressing as you go and adjust the ingredients to your liking. Everyone's taste buds are different, so you may want to add more or less of a certain ingredient.
Let the dressing sit for at least 15 minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Use the dressing on salads, grilled vegetables, or even as a marinade for chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Asian dressings are a delicious and versatile way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be an Asian dressing that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a new way to dress up your salad or grilled vegetables, give one of these Asian dressings a try. You won't be disappointed!