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    Sesame Dressing

    Sesame Dressing

    If tahini is unavailable, substitute an equal amount of creamy peanut butter or almond butter. If using homemade Ponzu Sauce, note that it will need to be made a day in advance. Prep Time: 15 minutesMakes about ¾ cup (185 ml) ½ cup (125 ml) Ponzu Sauce (page 26)4...
    Vegetarian Dashi

    Vegetarian Dashi

    The leftover mushrooms and kombu kelp can be reused once to make a second batch of dashi. Keep the leftover pieces in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To prepare a second dashi with the leftovers, skip soaking the mushrooms and use fresh...
    Vegetarian Eel Sauce

    Vegetarian Eel Sauce

    Some brands of eel sauce, a sweetened soy-sauce–based condiment, contain the liquid from cooking sea eels. This vegetarian version is a flavorful substitute. If jaggery or palm sugar are unavailable, use light brown sugar. Cook Time: 30 minutes (plus time to make...
    Tempura Dipping Sauce

    Tempura Dipping Sauce

    One of the pleasures of Tempura Dipping Sauce is that it is served warm, so be sure to reheat it just before serving. Traditionally, mounds of freshly grated ginger root and freshly grated daikon radish are served alongside this sauce. Prep Time: 10 minutesMakes about...
    Vegetarian Ponzu Sauce

    Vegetarian Ponzu Sauce

    Store-bought ponzu often contains bonito flakes to enhance the flavor. This vegetarian version relies on a variety of citrus juices to keep the sauce flavor balanced. If you have access to the juice of the yuzu fruit, a uniquely flavored Japanese citrus, use it in...