Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped scallions
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together mirin, rice vinegar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, grated ginger, honey, sesame oil, chopped scallions, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
3. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
10 minutes
Temperature: None
Serving size: Makes about 1 cup of dressing
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Sugar: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mirin: You can substitute with sweet sherry or sweet white wine.
- Rice vinegar: You can substitute with apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- Soy sauce: You can substitute with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Vegetable oil: You can substitute with olive oil or avocado oil.
- Honey: You can substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Sesame oil: You can substitute with peanut oil or canola oil.
- Scallions: You can substitute with chives or shallots.
Variations:
- Spicy Mirin-Ginger Wafu Dressing: Add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha or chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Creamy Mirin-Ginger Wafu Dressing: Add 1/4 cup of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a creamy texture.
- Citrusy Mirin-Ginger Wafu Dressing: Add 1 tablespoon of orange or lemon zest for a citrusy flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor.
- Whisk the dressing well before using it as the ingredients may separate over time.
- This dressing is great for salads, grilled meats, and vegetables.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions: None
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the dressing in a small bowl or jar on the side of a salad or grilled dish.
- Drizzle the dressing over the dish in a zigzag pattern for a decorative touch.
Garnishes:
- Chopped scallions
- Sesame seeds
- Thinly sliced ginger
Pairings:
- Grilled chicken or salmon
- Steamed or roasted vegetables
- Soba or udon noodles
- Rice bowls
Suggested side dishes:
- Miso soup
- Edamame
- Seaweed salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dressing is too salty, add a splash of water or more honey to balance the flavors.
- If the dressing is too sweet, add more soy sauce or rice vinegar to balance the flavors.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean utensils and containers when making and storing the dressing.
- Discard any leftover dressing that has been sitting at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food history:
- Wafu dressing is a Japanese-style dressing that typically includes soy sauce, rice vinegar, and vegetable oil. Mirin and ginger are common additions to this dressing.
Flavor profiles:
- This dressing is sweet, salty, and tangy with a hint of ginger and sesame.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the dressing at room temperature or slightly chilled.
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Region: Japanese