Name: Potsticker Dipping Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred); 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional); 1 garlic clove (minced); 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated, optional); 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or chili oil (optional); 1 tablespoon water (to dilute if needed); 1 green onion (finely sliced for garnish); 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

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Introduction

This flavorful potsticker sauce is the perfect companion for your dumplings, adding a tangy, savory kick with a hint of spice. Easy to prepare and customizable, it elevates any appetizer or snack with fresh, balanced flavors.

A white rectangular plate on a white marbled surface holds seven golden brown dumplings arranged in two rows. One dumpling is held by a pair of brown chopsticks dipping into a small white bowl with a blue pattern on its rim. The bowl is filled with dark soy sauce mixed with small green and white bits. The dumplings have a shiny and slightly crispy texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated, optional)
1 tablespoon water (to dilute if needed)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or chili oil (optional)
1 green onion (finely sliced for garnish)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
Step 2: Add the honey or sugar and whisk again until it dissolves completely.
Step 3: Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes or chili oil if using, mixing evenly.
Step 4: If you prefer a lighter sauce, stir in water to reach your desired consistency.
Step 5: Let the sauce sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6: Just before serving, garnish the sauce with finely sliced green onion and toasted sesame seeds.

Tips & Variations

Adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or sugar to balance acidity if desired.
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add fresh chopped chili.
Omit garlic or ginger if you prefer a milder sauce or to suit dietary needs.
Use toasted sesame oil for a more robust nutty flavor.

Storage

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Give it a quick stir before serving. It’s best served fresh but can be served cold or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A close-up shot shows a golden-brown pan-fried dumpling being held by wooden chopsticks above a small white bowl with intricate dark blue patterns around the inside edge, filled with a dark soy-based dipping sauce sprinkled with small green chives and red chili flakes. In the background, several soft, pale dumplings rest on a white plate, which is placed on a white marbled surface. The dumpling has a slightly crisp bottom and a tender, slightly translucent top with soft folds. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the sauce a day in advance. The flavors will intensify as it sits. Just keep it refrigerated and stir before use.

What can I use this sauce for besides potstickers?

This sauce is versatile and works well as a dip for spring rolls, dumplings, steamed vegetables, or as a dressing for cold noodle salads.