This famous Japanese restaurant-style salad dressing is a perfect balance of flavors, with its tangy and sweet taste. It pairs beautifully with fresh greens, vegetables, and even proteins. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the authentic taste of a classic Japanese salad dressing right in your own kitchen. This recipe is quick and easy, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a picnic lunch. Give your salads a delightful twist with this Japanese-inspired salad dressing.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
Directions
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, grated garlic, toasted sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper.
- Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while continuously whisking the dressing until well combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the dressing a good whisk to recombine any separation that may have occurred during refrigeration.
- Pour the dressing over your favorite salad or use it as a marinade for grilled meats or roasted vegetables.
