Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe – Japanese Special
If you’re craving a burst of flavor in your salad, this Ginger Salad Dressing delivers just that. Made with fresh grated ginger and garlic, balanced by soy sauce and rice vinegar, plus a touch of sesame oil and honey (or sugar) for sweetness, this Japanese special adds a zesty kick to greens. It works beautifully as a dipping sauce or marinade, transforming even simple mixed greens into something vibrant and satisfying.
- Prep Time5 min
- Total Time5 min
Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey or sugar
- 1 tablespoon Grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Grated garlic (or 1 small garlic clove, minced)
- 1/4 cup Vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional for thinning the dressing)
Prepare the ingredients:
Grate the fresh ginger and garlic.
Mix the liquids:
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and vegetable oil. Stir well.
Add sweetness:
Add the honey (or sugar) to the mixture and whisk until fully dissolved.
Add ginger and garlic:
Stir in the grated ginger and garlic. Mix everything together until smooth.
Adjust consistency:
If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to thin it to your desired consistency.
Serve:
Drizzle the dressing over your favorite salad or use it as a marinade for meats or a dipping sauce for veggies.
Recipe Notes:
Sweetness & Tanginess Adjustment: If you like the dressing more tangy, increase the rice vinegar; for sweeter, add a little extra honey or sugar.
Garlic & Ginger Freshness: Always use freshly grated ginger and garlic for best aroma; pre-minced or powdered versions lose flavor.
Sesame Flavor Enhancement: Toasted sesame seeds or a few drops of toasted sesame oil boost the nutty flavor.
Consistency Control: If the dressing is too thick, thin it with water or more vegetable oil until it coats the salad lightly.
Storage Guide: Store the dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Shake well before using.
