Japanese-Inspired Salad Dressing with a Unique Flavor

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

1. 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.
2. Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while continuously whisking the dressing until well combined.
3. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Before serving, give the dressing a good whisk to recombine any separation that may have occurred during refrigeration.
6. Pour the dressing over your favorite salad or use it as a marinade for grilled meats or roasted vegetables.

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