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Easy 4-Ingredient Dumpling Dipping Sauce

Close-up of dumplings coated in a rich, glossy dumpling sauce, sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions.

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A quick and simple dipping sauce for potstickers and dumplings, featuring a balance of salty, tangy, and spicy flavors. This recipe uses common pantry staples and can be made ahead.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (or more, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil.
  2. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Taste and adjust the chili garlic sauce for your desired level of heat.
  4. Serve immediately with your favorite dumplings or potstickers.
  5. Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of chili garlic sauce or use a milder chili sauce.
  • Add a pinch of sugar for a touch of sweetness if desired.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a minced clove of garlic or a small piece of grated ginger.
  • This sauce is also great with spring rolls, gyoza, and other Asian-inspired dishes.
  • Consider this a foundational recipe, similar to how meal planning services offer foundational meal structures.

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