Best 3 Ume Scallion Dressing Recipes

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**Introducing Ume Scallion Dressing: A Japanese Sauce with a Unique Flavor Profile**

Originating from Japan, ume scallion dressing is a versatile condiment that adds a distinctive sweet, tangy, and umami flavor to various dishes. Made with a combination of umeboshi plums, scallions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, this dressing strikes a perfect balance between sweet, sour, and salty notes. In Japanese cuisine, ume scallion dressing is commonly used as a dipping sauce for gyoza, yakitori, and tempura. It also serves as a marinade for grilled meats, fish, and vegetables, infusing them with a delightful umami flavor. The article offers three enticing variations of ume scallion dressing: a classic version, one with a spicy kick, and another with a refreshing citrus twist. Each variation provides a unique taste experience, catering to different flavor preferences. Whether you're looking to enhance the taste of your favorite dishes or explore new culinary horizons, ume scallion dressing is a versatile sauce that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

NONA'S JAPANESE UME DRESSING



Nona's Japanese Ume Dressing image

This is one of my many Japanese-style salad dressings I created to satisfy my taste. Ume(boshi) is a favored taste addition in many Japanese cooking. It shows up in cakes, cookies, snacks, mochi, salads, beverages, soups, with pork, chicken and fish, and of course dressing. You can find umeboshi in Japanese markets in refrigerated section. Ume is often called plum or pickled plums, however it is much closer to apricots. You can find ume trees in US now. Ume is not tasty fresh and must be either pickled or preserved.

Provided by rinshinomori

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon umeboshi, minced
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon white sugar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the vegetable oil, onion, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, ginger, umeboshi, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper into a blender. Cover, and puree until smooth, about 30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 473.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

UME SCALLION DRESSING



UME SCALLION DRESSING image

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups chopped scallions
3/4 cup oil
2 Tablespoons umeboshi vinegar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Blend until smooth. Keeps one week.

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

Tips:

  • Choose ripe & firm umeboshi: Use ripe, firm umeboshi plums for the best flavor and texture in your dressing. Look for umeboshi that are a deep red color and have a slightly wrinkled skin.
  • Use good quality scallions: Fresh, flavorful scallions are essential for this dressing. Choose scallions that are crisp and have a bright green color.
  • Adjust the tartness: The tartness of the dressing can be adjusted by adding more or less umeboshi vinegar. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Use a neutral-flavored oil: A neutral-flavored oil, such as grapeseed or canola oil, is best for this dressing. Olive oil can be used, but it may overpower the other flavors.
  • Serve immediately: This dressing is best when served immediately. However, it can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This ume scallion dressing is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for salads, grilled meats, and fish. The dressing is also a great way to add a pop of flavor to rice or noodles. With its bright, tangy flavor, this dressing is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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