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Homemade Dragon Sauce Recipe

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4 from 8 reviews

This Homemade Dragon Sauce is a quick and easy Asian-inspired condiment packed with bold flavors from sesame oil, tahini, soy sauce, and fresh aromatics. Perfect as a dipping sauce, dressing, or flavorful addition to your meals, this versatile sauce combines a wonderful balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup

Ingredients

Dragon Sauce Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons Sesame Oil
  • 3 Tablespoons Tahini
  • 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 3 Tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
  • 2 Tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Sugar
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Fresh Ginger, grated
  • 3 Tablespoons Water (or more to reach desired consistency)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add sesame oil, tahini, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, lime juice, coconut sugar, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and water to a small mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk Sauce: Whisk all the ingredients together until they are thoroughly combined and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  3. Adjust Seasoning and Consistency: Taste the sauce and adjust with salt and black pepper to your preference. Add more water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
  4. Serve or Store: Use the sauce immediately as a dip or dressing, or store it in the refrigerator for later use to keep it fresh.

Notes

  • You can increase or decrease the water quantity to make the sauce thicker or thinner according to your preference.
  • For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of chili flakes or sriracha.
  • The sauce keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Use this sauce to complement salads, grilled vegetables, noodles, or as a dip for spring rolls.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Vegan