asian essentials: homemade ponzu sauce
Okay, I sincerely doubt that everyone is going to rush to the store to pick up these ingredients; however, there may be a few of you out there that just might enjoy a very popular sauce in Japan. Ponzu sauce is a citrusy version of a soy or tamari. The reason I make my own, is that I know what is in it, and I like to control the citrus flavor. It took me several batches until I got the flavor I was looking for. My suggestion would be to make it per the recipe, and adjust future batches to suit your taste buds. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.
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yield
serving(s)
prep time
10 Min
method
No-Cook or Other
Ingredients For asian essentials: homemade ponzu sauce
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1/2 cliquid aminos, or tamari sauce
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1/2 cdried bonito flakes
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4 Tbsplemon juice, freshly squeezed
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2 Tbspgrapefruit juice, freshly squeezed
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2 Tbsplime juice, freshly squeezed
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2 Tbspmirin
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1 Tbsporange juice freshly squeezed
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1 mdlemon, just the zest
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1/2 ozdried kelp
How To Make asian essentials: homemade ponzu sauce
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1PREP/PREPARE
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2This sauce is not as well-known as tamari, or soy sauce, nevertheless it is a classic Japanese condiment. It is a citrus based sauce with tart-tangy flavor like a lemony vinaigrette.
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3Because of its versatility & refreshing flavor, you can use the sauce in many ways… For example, a dipping sauce for seafood, as a marinade for grilled meats and vegetables, or a dressing for salads and/or cold noodles.
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4Most of the larger grocers carry the Asian elements of this recipe; however, if they do not... there is always Amazon.
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5Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
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6Combine all the ingredients in a tightly-sealed, non-reactive jar.
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7Place into the fridge for about 2 weeks.
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8Chef’s Note: Once a day, if you remember, go into the fridge and give it a light shake.
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9After two weeks, run the sauce through a strainer, then reseal, and keep refrigerated until needed.
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10PLATE/PRESENT
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11Use anywhere you want a light soy/tamari sauce with awesome citrus notes. Enjoy.
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12Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Make all your friends drool by posting a picture of your finished recipe on your favorite social network. And don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes so we can see it too!
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