Dumplings are a culinary delight enjoyed worldwide, but what truly elevates them is the perfect sauce to accompany them. Our homemade dumpling sauce recipe strikes the ideal balance of flavors, enhancing the taste of your favorite dumplings. Whether you’re dipping, drizzling, or marinating, this sauce adds an irresistible savory kick to any dish.

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Why You’ll Love This:

Our dumpling sauce recipe is incredibly versatile, offering a harmonious blend of flavors that complement various dumpling fillings. From potstickers to steamed buns, this sauce enhances every bite with its umami richness and hint of tanginess. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, requiring just a few pantry staples.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions (optional)
1/2 teaspoon chili oil or sriracha sauce (optional, for added heat)

How to Make:

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
Add minced garlic, minced ginger, and sliced green onions (if using) to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
For a spicy kick, add chili oil or sriracha sauce to the mixture and stir well.
Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the dumpling sauce alongside your favorite dumplings for dipping or drizzling. Enjoy!

Variations and Tips:

For a sweeter flavor, add a teaspoon of honey or brown sugar to the sauce.
Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chili oil or sriracha sauce to suit your taste.
Freshly grated ginger can be substituted for minced ginger for a stronger ginger flavor.
Experiment with different herbs and spices such as cilantro or crushed red pepper flakes for unique variations.

How to Store:

Store any leftover dumpling sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Make sure to give it a quick stir before serving as the ingredients may separate slightly.

Dumpling Sauce Recipe: Perfect for Dipping and Drizzling

Recipe by Rose HernandezCourse: CondimentCuisine: AsianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

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Prep time

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Calories

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Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions (optional)
1/2 teaspoon chili oil or sriracha sauce (optional, for added heat)

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
Add minced garlic, minced ginger, and sliced green onions (if using) to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
For a spicy kick, add chili oil or sriracha sauce to the mixture and stir well.
Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the dumpling sauce alongside your favorite dumplings for dipping or drizzling. Enjoy!