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Simple Miso Dipping Sauce – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Simple Miso Dipping Sauce

In just 15 minutes, whip up a rich, complex, and incredibly versatile miso dipping sauce. Perfect for heartier vegetarian dishes, this sauce can be served warm or chilled to elevate any meal from simple to sensational.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 75
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons (90 g / 3.17 oz) miso paste
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) warm water or sake
  • 1 teaspoon (4 g / 0.14 oz) sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) mirin (or honey for non-vegans)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) rice vinegar, plus more to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • Choose Your Miso: The type of miso you use will dramatically change the sauce's character. White miso (shiro) creates a lighter, sweeter sauce, while red miso (aka) will yield a heavier, more robust, and saltier flavor.
  • Gentle Heat Only: If serving warm, heat the sauce gently in a small saucepan over low heat. Never let it boil, as high temperatures can diminish the complex flavors and beneficial properties of the miso.
  • Go Green: Create a vibrant herb sauce by adding 1/2 cup (480 ml) of minced fresh cilantro, basil, or mint. For a completely smooth, green sauce, blend all together until uniform.
  • Storage: This sauce keeps beautifully! Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the miso paste, warm water or sake, sugar, mirin, and rice vinegar.
  2. Whisk vigorously until the miso is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Add a pinch of salt for more savoriness or a splash more vinegar for a brighter tang.
  5. Serve immediately as a dipping sauce or dressing. Alternatively, you can warm it gently on the stove (do not boil!) or chill it in the refrigerator.
  6. Add a Citrus Zing: For a brighter, fresher take, replace the rice vinegar with 1-2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of freshly squeezed lemon, lime, or orange juice.
  7. Garnish with a sprinkle of zest for extra aroma.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 1.4g

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